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noun
(A PERSON WHO OPPOSES OR COMPETES)
My opponent was very strong. - Mein Gegner war sehr stark.
(ONE'S OPPONENT IN A CONTEST OR CONFLICT)
The adversary was well prepared. - Der Adversar war gut vorbereitet.
(A PERSON WHO IS ACTIVELY OPPOSED TO SOMEONE)
The enemy is closer than expected. - Der Feind ist näher als gedacht.