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adversaries

NOUN

opponent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

antagonist attacker competitor enemy foe rival

STRONG

bandit contestant match opposer

WEAK

bad person opposite number oppugner

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ally friend

WEAK

assistant backer helper helpmate supporter

Example Sentences

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That means expanding incentives to keep experienced aviators in uniform, including bonuses, career flexibility and quality-of-life programs—practical steps to win the talent competition against our adversaries.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

He said the strength of the US-UK partnership has been used to take on common adversaries and to secure the world.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

There are worthy adversaries, including Apple’s own ex-design chief Jony Ive, who is working on a device for OpenAI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Oil companies aren’t known for playing nice with their adversaries.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Presenting ourselves not as adversaries but as friends has distinguished us as much as the fiery costumes.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins