adversarial — Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition. Having or showing the characteristics of an enemy or opponent.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition. Having or showing the characteristics of an enemy or opponent.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌædvɚˈsɛriəl/
Example Sentences
- The debate turned adversarial when both candidates started interrupting each other.
- My cat and dog have an adversarial relationship - they compete for who can knock over more plants.
- The adversarial court system requires both sides to present their strongest arguments.
adversarial
ADJECTIVE[/ˌædvɚˈsɛriəl/]
Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition. Having or showing the characteristics of an enemy or opponent.
Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition. Having or showing the characteristics of an enemy or opponent.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin adversarius meaning 'opponent' or 'enemy,' literally 'one who turns toward' in opposition. The root comes from adversus, meaning 'turned against' or 'facing.'
Breakdown
ad- (toward) + vers- (turn) + -arius (relating to) + -al (adjective suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The debate turned adversarial when both candidates started interrupting each other.”
“My cat and dog have an adversarial relationship - they compete for who can knock over more plants.”
“The adversarial court system requires both sides to present their strongest arguments.”
“Their adversarial cooking competition ended when they accidentally created a delicious fusion dish together.”
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