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adversaries (Noun (Plural))

Adversaries are individuals, groups, or entities that are in conflict, competition, or opposition to one another. The term describes those who take a position against someone else in a contest, argument, or battle.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'AD-VER-SARIES.' 'AD' is like an advertisement for a fight. 'VER' is like versus (vs). 'SARIES' sounds like 'se...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'adversaries' when you mean 'adversity'. → We faced many adversities during the storm.

Stressing the second syllable: ad-VER-saries. → AD-ver-saries.

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