Opposing and Opponent

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Opposing adjective - Characterized by active hostility.

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Opponent is a synonym for opposing. In some cases you can use "Opponent" instead an adjective "Opposing".

Nearby Words: oppose, opposition, opposed

Opponent adjective - Characterized by active hostility.

Usage example: opponent (or opposing) armies

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Opposing is a synonym for opponent. You can use "Opposing" instead an adjective "Opponent".

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