Adversary and Benefactor

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Adversary noun - One that is hostile toward another.

Usage example: our old cat seemed to consider the new kitten an adversary

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Benefactor is an antonym for adversary.

Nearby Word: adversarial

Benefactor noun - One that helps another with gifts or money.

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Adversary is an antonym for benefactor.

Nearby Words: benefaction, benefactress

beloved	beloved adversary	beloved benefactor
known	known adversary	known benefactor
old	old adversary	old benefactor
alien	alien adversary	alien benefactor
Other adjectives: powerful, real, main, new, major, former, greatest, immortal, long-time, biggest.

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