⚔️enemy

noun
/ˈɛnəmi/

Meaning

a person or group that is hostile or opposed to someone or something
a person who is actively opposed or hostile to someone or something

Example Sentences

The two countries have been enemies for decades.

In the story, the hero had to face his greatest enemy.

The soldiers fought bravely against their enemy.

Example Expressions

make an enemy

Synonyms

opponent, adversary, foe, rival
Entry 1
opponent, adversary, foe, rival
Entry 2
foe, adversary, opponent, rival
Entry 3
foe, adversary, opponent, rival

Antonyms

friend, ally, supporter, companion
Entry 1
friend, ally
Entry 2
friend, ally, supporter, companion
Entry 3
friend, ally, supporter, companion

Collocations

sworn enemy, common enemy, deadly enemy, enemy forces, defeat enemy, enemy territory
Entry 1
sworn enemy, common enemy, deadly enemy, enemy forces
Entry 2
sworn enemy, defeat enemy, enemy territory
Entry 3
sworn enemy, deadly enemy, enemy forces, enemy territory

More Example Sentences

The greatest enemy of success is not trying because of the fear of failure.

Why won’t the collaborators of terrorism be considered the enemy of the society?

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