Definitions and Examples of opponent, critic, detractor
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A person or group that is against another in a contest, conflict, or debate.
Example
The politician's opponent criticized his policies and questioned his leadership abilities.
A person who judges the merits and faults of something, often in a negative way.
Example
The movie critic gave a scathing review of the new blockbuster, calling it a waste of time and money.
A person who disparages or belittles someone or something.
Example
The company's detractors accused it of unethical practices and called for a boycott.
Key Differences: opponent vs critic vs detractor
- 1Opponent refers to someone who is against another in a contest, conflict, or debate.
- 2Critic is a person who judges the merits and faults of something, often in a negative way.
- 3Detractor is someone who disparages or belittles someone or something.
Effective Usage of opponent, critic, detractor
- 1Debate: Use opponent to refer to someone who is against your argument or position.
- 2Critique: Use critic to describe someone who evaluates the quality or value of something.
- 3Defend: Use detractor to describe someone who is attacking or criticizing you or your work.
Remember this!
The antonyms of advocator are opponent, critic, and detractor. Use these words to describe someone who is against your argument or position (opponent), evaluate the quality or value of something (critic), or attack or criticize you or your work (detractor).
