Definitions and Examples of opponent, detractor
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A person who is against something or someone; an adversary.
Example
The politician's opponent criticized his policies and called for change.
A person who speaks negatively about something or someone; a critic.
Example
The artist's detractors claimed that his work lacked originality and depth.
Key Differences: opponent vs detractor
- 1Opponent is a more general term that describes someone who is against something or someone.
- 2Detractor is a more specific term that describes someone who speaks negatively about something or someone.
Effective Usage of opponent, detractor
- 1Debate: Use opponent to refer to someone who has a different opinion or view on a topic.
- 2Critique: Use detractor to describe someone who is critical of something or someone.
- 3Politics: Use opponent to describe a political rival or candidate who is running against someone in an election.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of votary are opponent and detractor. Use opponent to refer to someone who has a different opinion or view on a topic, and use detractor to describe someone who is critical of something or someone.
