Dictionary / Sports & Leisure / opponent opponent /ɒpəʊnənt/ noun
One who opposes another; one who works or takes a position against someone or something; one who attempts to stop the progress of someone or something.
Example sentence
“During the crackdown, many opponents of the regime were arrested.” Featured as word of the day on September 9, 2026
Related words whistle To make a shrill, high-pitched sound by forcing air through the mouth. teammate One who is on the same team. medal A stamped or cast metal object (usually a disc), particularly one awarded as a prize or reward. gymnastics A sport involving the performance of sequences of movements requiring physical strength, flexibility, and kinesthetic awareness. trophy An object, usually in the form of a statuette, cup, or shield, awarded for success in a competition or to mark a special achievement. wrestling A sport where two opponents attempt to subdue each other in bare-handed grappling using techniques of leverage, holding, and pressure points.