Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

political-opponent

Noun
/pəˈlɪtɪkəl əˈpəʊnənt/
Definition
A person who competes against another in political or electoral contests.
Examples
  • During the election, he faced a strong political opponent.
  • The debate highlighted the differences between the candidates and their political opponents.
Meaning
Someone who is adversarial to another in a political context, often representing opposing views or interests.
Synonyms
  • Adversary
  • Rival
  • Competitor
  • Challenger
  • Foe