noun, adjective as in strong fondness

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contender, adversary, opponer

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Example:In the competitive world of athletics, each athlete is a contender for the gold medal.

Definition:A person who competes in events or contests; a rival, opponent.

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Example:The two friends became adversaries after a disagreement over company policies.

Definition:Someone who is opposed to or against another in a struggle or contest.

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Example:The shopkeeper is also an opponer of the proposed zoning changes in the neighborhood.

Definition:A person or thing that opposes, contends against, or is an opponent.

From opponer