archfriend

/ˈɑːr.kfrend/ or /ˈɑːr.tʃ.frend/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is a sworn enemy or adversary, often in a formal or ceremonial sense.

“The archfriend of the kingdom stood before the king, demanding his surrender.”

2. noun

A rival or opponent in a specific field or activity, often in a competitive sense.

“The archfriend of the athlete was the one who consistently beat her in every competition.”

Synonyms

  • antagonist
  • foe
  • nemesis

Antonyms

  • ally
  • ally
  • friend