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opponent vs opposing

opposing vs opponent

opponent is a noun but opposing is not a noun.

opponent and opposing both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
opponent Yes Yes No No
opposing No Yes No No
As adjectives, opponent and opposing are synonyms defined as:
  • opponent and opposing: characterized by active hostility
opponent (noun) opposing (noun)
someone who offers opposition
a contestant that you are matched against
opponent (adjective) opposing (adjective)
characterized by active hostility characterized by active hostility
Difference between opponent and opposing

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