Opponent and Reliever

Opponent

Opponent noun - One that takes a position opposite another in a competition or conflict.

Reliever is an antonym for opponent.

Reliever

Reliever noun - Someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult).

Opponent is an antonym for reliever in helper topic.
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