Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
ADVERSARY
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2, i.e. Rival.
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Word meaning |
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Synonym |
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Adversary: one's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute. Rival: a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field of activity. |
They administer stinging rebukes that leave the adversary writhing. |
Antagonist, attacker, competitor, enemy, foe, rival. |
Ally, friend, assistant, backer. |
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Meaning of the other words: Helper: a person who helps someone else. Assistant: a person who ranks below a senior person. Supporter: a person who approves of and encourages a public figure, political party, policy, etc.
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