adversarial (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌædvərˈseriəl/
Definition
Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition.
Examples
The two political parties have an adversarial relationship.
The trial was an adversarial process, with each side presenting evidence to counter the other.
Their coaching styles were completely adversarial, one focusing on discipline and the other on encouragement.
How to Use adversarial
- adversarial relationship (collocation)
- A connection between two parties characterized by conflict and opposition. — "The siblings maintained an adversarial relationship throughout their lives."
- adversarial system (collocation)
- A framework, often legal or political, where opposing sides compete. — "The judge explained the rules of the adversarial system to the jury."
- adversarial process (collocation)
- A procedure involving conflict or opposition between parties. — "The negotiation was a difficult and adversarial process."
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