What's the difference between simple "adversary" and "opponent", if any?
Can you give me some sentences to show it? Thanks in advance!
Search from various English teachers...
Answers · 2
1
In modern English we use "adversary" for an enemy. This is someone you do not like. An "opponent" is used in contests and this may be a person that you do like but you are set to oppose only for the duration of the contest.
1
adversary: an enemy or opponent
opponent：a person who opposes another in a contest, battle
Still haven’t found your answers?
Write down your questions and let the native speakers help you!
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn a language from the comfort of your own home. Browse our selection of experienced language tutors and enroll in your first lesson now!
Start Learning Today
