Definition of Opponent
Opponent
op·po·nent


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
someone who goes or competes against another in a contest or a conflict; a rival;

e.g. In debate, it is important to disprove your opponent's points.

(noun)
a person who disagrees with some practice or idea;

e.g. He is a well known opponent of the country's economic reforms.

(adjective)
being in the opposite position;

e.g. The opponent side of the debate has to argue points for the topic rather than against.



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