Definition of Opponent
Opponent
op·po·nent
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(noun)
someone who goes or competes against another in a contest or a conflict; a rival;
e.g. In debate, it is important to disprove your opponent's points.
(noun)
a person who disagrees with some practice or idea;
e.g. He is a well known opponent of the country's economic reforms.
(adjective)
being in the opposite position;
e.g. The opponent side of the debate has to argue points for the topic rather than against.
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