反対者

hantai-sha

noun★Intermediate💡 opponent

formal

a person who disagrees with or opposes a particular idea, policy, or action

政府の政策に反対する反対者がデモを行った。

Opponents of the government's policy held a protest.

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Commonly used in political, social, or organizational contexts.

Collocations

反対者を説得するto persuade opponents反対者の意見opposing opinion反対者を抑えるto suppress opposition

Synonyms

反抗者敵対者対抗者

Antonyms

支持者賛成者

💡Pro Tip

Avoid overusing in casual speech

While '反対者' is correct, in everyday conversation Japanese speakers often say '反対する人' (a person who opposes) or simply '反対の人' (the opposing person).

⚡Gold Rule

Use in formal contexts

This word is best suited for formal writing, news reports, or academic discussions. For casual settings, consider simpler alternatives.

📖Word Origin

Composed of 反対 (hantai, 'opposition') + 者 (sha, 'person'), forming a noun meaning 'a person who opposes.' The kanji 反対 reflects the concept of 'turning against' or 'contrary to,' while 者 denotes a person.

📝Usage Notes

Used in both formal and informal contexts, but more common in written or formal speech. In casual conversation, '反対する人' may be used instead.

Word Breakdown

反対

opposition

noun

者

person

suffix

和英辞典

反対者