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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   One who oppugns; an opponent. obsolete

Adjective

1. 1
   opposing, antagonistic, contrary

Synonyms

All synonyms

adventurousadversaryadversealienantagonistantagonistic

Etymology

From Latin oppugnans, present participle of oppugno.

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