A person who disagrees with or argues against an idea, plan, or proposal.
“Opponents of the plan worry it will raise taxes for middle-class families.”
“Opponents argue that the new law restricts personal freedom unnecessarily.”
Since Part 4 is structured around debates, expect nearly every passage to feature opponents countering the proponents' claims. Track each opponent's specific objection, as questions often ask you to match a criticism to the correct opposing voice.
Synonyms: critic, adversary, dissenter