Noun
- 1. opposition, opponent, opposite, contestant
- usage: a contestant that you are matched against
- 2. adversary, antagonist, opponent, opposer, resister, person, individual, someone, somebody, mortal, soul
- usage: someone who offers opposition
Adjective
- 1. opponent, opposing, hostile (vs. amicable)
- usage: characterized by active hostility; "opponent (or opposing) armies"
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