What is another word for foes?

Pronunciation: [fˈə͡ʊz] (IPA)

"Foes" are individuals or groups who are actively opposed to someone or something. There are many other terms that can be used to describe foes, including enemies, adversaries, rivals, opposition, antagonists, and opponents. These words all convey a sense of opposition and conflict, but may vary in nuance depending on the context. For example, "enemies" may imply a deep-seated hatred or animosity, while "antagonists" suggests more of a direct confrontation or opposition to a specific goal or aim. Whatever the term used, it is clear that foes represent an obstacle or challenge to be faced and overcome.

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What are the hypernyms for Foes?

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Usage examples for Foes

Now, between foes, we saw that the evil temper is what leads to the evil deed, and the man who nurses hatred is a murderer at heart.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Exodus"
G. A. Chadwick
About me was an unbearable pressure from friends and foes; I stood it until I could stand it no longer.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
Friends confused me as much as the attacks of foes.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook

Famous quotes with Foes

  • If any foes of mine are there, I pardon every one: I hope that man and womankind will do the same by me.
    William Allingham
  • Men of sense often learn from their enemies. It is from their foes, not their friends, that cities learn the lesson of building high walls and ships of war.
    Aristophanes
  • There's been a deliberate and systematic effort to convey to countries around the world, friends and foes, that if they cross the United States there's a price to pay.
    Sandy Berger
  • Our greatest foes, and whom we must chiefly combat, are within.
    Miguel de Cervantes
  • Words, as is well known, are the great foes of reality.
    Joseph Conrad

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