Synonyms of enemy

enemy

noun

ˈe-nə-mē 

as in opponent

one that is hostile toward another

a beloved minister with no known enemies

Synonyms & Similar Words

• opponent
• foe
• hostile
• adversary
• antagonist
• attacker
• archenemy
• rival
• competitor
• combatant
• invader
• assailant
• archfoe
• nemesis
• bête noire
• bane
• ill-wisher
• emulator

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• friend
• buddy
• fellow
• ally
• partner
• pal
• chum
• mate
• comrade
• musketeer
• colleague
• hearty
• compadre
• accomplice
• crony
• collaborator
• disciple
• amigo
• abettor
• friendly
• follower
• adherent
• hail-fellow
• supporter
• benefactor
• sympathizer
• hail-fellow-well-met
• hobnobber
• confederate
• exponent
• backer
• well-wisher

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of enemy

Summer heat may still be the enemy when bedtime rolls around, but with cool nights just around the corner, now’s a smart time to snag a fluffy comforter. — Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2026

As enemies barge into an upper floor of a building, Duval, who is a security detail for the mission, takes them on by hiding behind cover and shooting at them. — Jay Peters, The Verge, 27 Aug. 2026

The combat is slow and tedious, with far too much emphasis on reacting to overly precious enemy animations. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026

That gets more difficult with enemies shooting and approaching Mega Man. — Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026