fighter

/ˈfaɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who fights, especially in an organized or competitive way, such as in a sport or battle.

“The boxer was a skilled fighter with many victories under his belt.”

2. noun

An aircraft designed to engage in combat, especially a fighter plane.

“The fighter was shot down by enemy fire during the war.”

3. noun

A person or thing that opposes or struggles against something, such as an obstacle or a problem.

“The new policy was a fighter against inequality in the workplace.”

4. verb

To engage in combat or a fight, especially in a sport or battle.

“The two boxers were set to fight each other in the championship match.”

5. verb

To oppose or struggle against something, such as an obstacle or a problem.

“The new policy will fight against inequality in the workplace.”

Synonyms

  • boxer
  • brawler
  • soldier
  • warrior

Antonyms

  • collaborator
  • coward
  • non-resister