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adversary

/ˈædvərˌsɛri/ noun · British & US
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What does adversary mean?

noun

A person or thing that opposes or competes with another; an opponent. A person who is in opposition to another, especially in a contest or competition.

Example

"The company's main adversary in the market was a rival firm that had been trying to undercut their prices."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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