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    Adversario (en. Adversary)

    /ad.βeɾ.'sa.ɾjo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person or party that opposes another in a conflict or competition.
    The champion's adversary showed great skill in the fight.
    El adversario del campeón mostró una gran destreza en el combate.
    Known in situations of rivalry or confrontation.
    The political adversary gave a very convincing speech.
    El adversario político presentó un discurso muy convincente.
    Opponent in a game, sport, or contest.
    The adversary was very difficult to defeat in the tournament.
    El adversario fue muy difícil de vencer en el torneo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'adversarius', meaning 'opponent'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    worthy adversary
    It refers to an opponent who is strong and respectable.
    adversario digno
    there is no small adversary
    It means that any opponent should be taken seriously.
    no hay adversario pequeño
    to confront the adversary
    It implies having a direct contest with someone.
    enfrentarse al adversario

    Related Words

    opposition
    A set of people or groups that oppose another in any context.
    oposición
    rivalry
    Competition between two or more parties or people in the same field.
    rivalidad
    conflict
    A situation of opposition or disagreement between two or more parties.
    conflicto

    Slang Meanings

    strong competitor
    That company is a strong adversary in the market.
    Esa empresa es un adversario fuerte en el mercado.
    staunch rival
    My staunch adversary is always one step ahead.
    Mi adversario acérrimo siempre está un paso adelante.