English word opponent comes from Latin ob, Latin pono (I ordain. I place, put, lay. I set up, pitch (camp).)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| ob | Latin (lat) | Against; facing. In the direction of, to, towards. On account of, according to, because of, due to, for (the purpose of). |
| pono | Latin (lat) | I ordain. I place, put, lay. I set up, pitch (camp). |
| opponere | Latin (lat) | |
| opponens | Latin (lat) | |
| opponent | English (eng) | An individual or group who is a rival of another.. In team sports, a player of an opposite team.. One who attempts to stop the progression of.. One who objects to. Situated in front; opposite; hence, opposing; adverse; antagonistic. |