Synonyms for Enemy
Definition of enemy
- noun
- an opposing military force; "the enemy attacked at dawn"
- an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force); "a soldier must be prepared to kill his enemies"
- any hostile group of people; "he viewed lawyers as the real enemy"
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "enemy"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like foe, foeman, opponent can replace "enemy" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Enemy" in song lyrics
See how enemy is used in real songs:
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"You're not a friend to me, just an enemy"
2 Live Crew — You Got Larceny -
"Pass me the X-Clan and Public Enemy"
2Mex — Return of Fernandomania -
"how can it be that Im'a enemy"
51.50 — Stuck in the Game