adversary
noun
UK/ˈæd.və.sᵊr.i/
US/ˈæd.vɚ.ser.i/
Definitions of adversary noun
- Countable
An opponent or enemy in a contest or conflict.
During the negotiations, they found themselves facing a formidable adversary.
The politician viewed his critics as adversaries that needed to be overcome.
In the chess tournament, she encountered a highly skilled adversary.