opposant

Definitions of opposant
  1. noun
    a contestant that you are matched against
    synonyms: adversaire, partie adverse
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    type of:
    combattant, concurrent, rival
    a person who participates in competitions
  2. noun
    a personal enemy
    synonyms: adversaire, ennemi
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    antonyms:
    allié, ami, partisan
    an associate who provides cooperation or assistance
    types:
    ennemi mortel, ennemie mortelle
    an enemy who wants to kill you
    type of:
    adversaire, concurrent, rival
    the contestant you hope to defeat
  3. noun
    someone who offers opposition
    synonyms: adversaire, antagoniste
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    type of:
    homme, individu, mortel, être
    a human being
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