Definitions and Examples of enemy, foe
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A person who is actively opposed or hostile to someone or something.
Example
During the war, he fought against his former enemy who was now on the opposing side.
An enemy or opponent.
Example
The two politicians were once friends, but now they are bitter foes who constantly criticize each other.
Key Differences: enemy vs foe
- 1Enemy is a more intense term that describes someone who actively opposes or is hostile towards another person or group.
- 2Foe is a less intense term that describes someone who is an opponent or adversary.
Effective Usage of enemy, foe
- 1Politics: Use enemy and foe to describe political opponents or countries in conflict.
- 2Military: Use enemy to describe opposing forces in a war or battle.
- 3Relationships: Use foe to describe someone who is an opponent or adversary in a personal or professional relationship.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of comrade are enemy and foe. Enemy is a more intense term that describes someone who actively opposes or is hostile towards another person or group, while foe is a less intense term that describes someone who is an opponent or adversary. These words can be used in politics, military, and personal/professional relationships to describe opposing forces or adversaries.
