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opponent
 
SYLLABICATION:op·po·nent
PRONUNCIATION:  -pnnt
NOUN: One that opposes another or others in a battle, contest, controversy, or debate. See synonyms at enemy.
ADJECTIVE:1. Acting against an antagonist or opposing force: opponent armies. 2. Located in front.
ETYMOLOGY:Latin oppnns, oppnent-, present participle of oppnere, to oppose. See oppose.
OTHER FORMS:op·ponen·cy —NOUN
 
 
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