Choose the antonym of the underlined word in the sentence.

There are no permanent adversaries in politics.

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  1. Enemies
  2. Detractors
  3. Flatterers
  4. Allies

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Option 4 : Allies
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The correct answer is 'Allies'.

Key Points 

  • Adversaries mean one's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.
    • Example: "Davis beat his old adversary in the quarter-finals"
  • Allies: one that is associated with another as a helper; a person or group that provides assistance and support in an ongoing effort, activity or struggle.
  • Therefore, the antonym of the word "adversaries" is "allies".

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information 

  • Enemies mean a person who is actively opposed or hostile to someone or something.
  • Detractors: a person who disparages someone or something.
  • Flatterers: a person who lavishes praise, often insincerely; a sycophant.
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