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Gegenspieler — meaning in English

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English meaning

adversary noun An opponent or rival, especially one you compete or fight against.
contrary adjective Completely opposite in nature or direction.
opponent noun A person who competes against or opposes someone else, as in a game, contest, or argument.

Senses

Gegenspieler is used for these senses in English:

adversary An opponent or rival.
contrary The opposite.

contrary — full definition

adjective Completely opposite in nature or direction.
adjective Stubbornly inclined to disagree or do the opposite of what's expected.
noun The opposite of something already stated.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

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