Word Meaning

antagonist definition and meaning

n. One who contends with another, especially in combat; an adversary; an opponent.
n. A muscle which acts in opposition to another; as a flexor, which bends a part, is the antagonist of an extensor, which extends it.
n. A medicine which opposes the action of another medicine or of a poison when absorbed into the blood or tissues.
a. Antagonistic; opposing; counteracting; as, antagonist schools of philosophy.

Crossword clues for antagonist

- Adversary
- Foe
- Hostile person
- Opponent
- Price motto: Could have been a contender
- Rival
- Stagnation changes competitor