Definitions and Examples of opponent, detractor
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A person who competes against another in a contest, game, or argument.
Example
The politician's opponent accused him of being a corrupt sponsor of the bill.
A person who disparages someone or something.
Example
The company's detractors claimed that its sponsorship of the event was just a publicity stunt.
Key Differences: opponent vs detractor
- 1Opponent is a person who competes against another in a contest, game, or argument.
- 2Detractor is a person who disparages someone or something.
Effective Usage of opponent, detractor
- 1Debate: Use opponent to refer to someone who is competing against you in a debate or argument.
- 2Criticism: Use detractor to describe someone who is criticizing or disparaging your actions or decisions.
- 3Sports: Use opponent to refer to the team or player you are playing against in a sports match.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of sponsor are opponent and detractor. Use opponent to refer to someone who is competing against you in a debate or argument, and use detractor to describe someone who is criticizing or disparaging your actions or decisions.
