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    Adversaires (en. Opponents)

    /a.d.vɛʁ.sɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Individuals or groups who oppose each other in a context of rivalry.
    The opponents on the playing field are ready to clash.
    Les adversaires sur le terrain de jeu sont prêts à en découdre.
    Individuals who defend opposing viewpoints in a debate.
    The political opponents exchanged arguments passionately.
    Les adversaires politiques ont échangé des arguments de manière passionnée.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'adversarius', meaning opponent.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a formidable opponent
    An opponent who presents a considerable challenge.
    un adversaire redoutable
    to defeat one's opponents
    To win against those who are in opposition.
    battre ses adversaires
    to face one's opponents
    To confront those who oppose us.
    faire face à ses adversaires

    Related Words

    competition
    A situation where multiple entities oppose each other for the same goal or market.
    concurrence
    rivalry
    A competitive relationship between two parties.
    rivalité
    opposition
    The act of opposing something or someone.
    opposition

    Slang Meanings

    Rival to the death
    In this game, I face rivals to the death.
    Dans ce jeu, je m'affronte à des rivaux à la vie à la mort.
    Puny opponent
    This fighter is a puny opponent, I am not afraid.
    Ce combattant est un adversaire de pacotille, je ne crains pas.