Collocations for opponent - noun
1. person who plays against sb
ADJ.
chief, main | dangerous, tough | worthy
VERB + OPPONENT
attack, hit | beat, defeat | get past, outfox, outmanoeuvre, outwit | face
Today she faces her toughest opponent on Centre Court.
Today she faces her toughest opponent on Centre Court.
mark | tackle | bring down, foul
2. sb who disagrees with sb''s actions/plans/beliefs
ADJ.
chief, leading, main | bitter, fierce, formidable, strong, vigorous | outspoken, vocal, vociferous | worthy | political | government