Opposition
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The apparent relative position of two celestial bodies when one is at an angle of 180 degrees from the other as seen from the Earth. The action of opposing or of being in conflict. An opposite or contrasting position. An opponent in some form of competition. A political party opposed to the party or government in power. In United States intellectual property law, a proceeding in which an interested party seeks to prevent the registration of a trademark or patent.
Example sentence: I have spent many years of my life in opposition, and I rather like the role.
Opponent
Part of speech: noun
Definition: An individual or group who is a rival of another.One who attempts to stop the progression of.One who objects to.In team sports, a player of an opposite team.
Example sentence: Never ascribe to an opponent motives meaner than your own.