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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That contradicted earlier promises by the city that any expansion would be given a full review, opponents of the project stated.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2024

A walk-through could last 30 minutes, where you are going to walk through some of the things you want to review, opponents, top plays, some things from your own offense.

From New York Times • Mar. 11, 2016

The Bulls haven’t scrimmaged since March and rarely practice anymore, using walk-throughs and film sessions to review opponents.

From Chicago Tribune • May 4, 2013