Meaning of the word opponent in English
What does opponent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
opponent
US /əˈpoʊ.nənt/
UK /əˈpoʊ.nənt/
Noun
1.
someone who competes against or fights another in a contest, game, or argument
Example:
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He defeated his opponent in the final round.
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The debaters presented strong arguments against their opponents.
2.
a person or group who is against something, such as a policy, idea, or action
Example:
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The new policy faced strong resistance from its opponents.
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She became a vocal opponent of the proposed development.
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