Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

political-foe

noun

pəˈlɪtɪkəl foʊ

Definition

A person or group that opposes or competes against another in the context of politics.

Examples

During the election, the candidate faced many political foes who criticized his policies.
Her political foe was known for his aggressive campaigning techniques.
In debates, they often portrayed each other as political foes to gain support from their respective bases.

Meaning

A political foe is someone, often within the same political arena, who challenges or fights against another individual or group’s beliefs, policies, or authority.