Definitions

1. noun

An opponent or adversary, especially in a contest or conflict; a person or thing that is hostile or threatening.

“The company’s largest foe was a rival firm that had been trying to undercut their prices.”

2. noun

A person who is hostile, threatening, or menacing.

“The police had to deal with a foe who was causing trouble in the neighborhood.”

3. noun

A person or thing that is a source of fear or danger.

“The dark forest was a foe to anyone who ventured in alone at night.”

4. verb

To be an opponent or adversary of; to be hostile or threatening to.

“The new policy foe is trying to rally opposition to the government’s plans.”