opponent
noun
a contestant that you are matched against
someone who offers opposition
adjective
characterized by active hostility
“opponent (or opposing) armies”
Synonymsopposing
Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University
Opponent meaning
What does “opponent” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.
“opponent” is a noun and adjective with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a contestant that you are matched against.