opponents

NOUN

person with whom one competes

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adversary aspirant candidate challenger competitor enemy foe opposition player rival

STRONG

antagonist anti assailant bandit bidder con contestant disputant entrant litigant match opposer

WEAK

counteragent dark horse dissentient oppugnant

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ally assistant friend helper

WEAK

associate colleague

Example Sentences

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A recent report by Mexico’s Attorney General’s office says the Mayitos have “shown a more belligerent profile” than their opponents.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Still, newcomers face a steep climb against opponents whose names are well known in communities where they have been deeply embedded over the years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Tennis for those of us who are not professional players is a loser’s game, and we can win simply by lobbing the ball back to our opponents until they make unforced errors.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

As it stands, she is set to leave this summer unless they can reach an unlikely agreement - and Sunday's opponents Chelsea are circling for her signature.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

It also prevents players from eavesdropping on commands given by their opponents.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu