Synonyms and Antonyms of opponent
- in martial arts, before the match begins, always bow to your opponent
- the senator has many political opponents who would love to ruin his career
buddy, chum, compadre, crony, fellow, hail-fellow, hail-fellow-well-met, hearty, hobnobber, mate, musketeer, pal
abettor (also abetter), accomplice, ally, collaborator, colleague, comrade, confederate, friendly, partner
backer, benefactor, exponent, supporter, sympathizer, well-wisher