adversarial

Definitions

Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition.

Relating to a legal system where two opposing parties present their case before an impartial judge or jury.

Relating to or involving an adversary or enemy.

Examples

The two lawyers maintained an adversarial relationship throughout the duration of the high-profile trial.

The software was tested using an adversarial approach to identify potential security vulnerabilities.

Despite their adversarial positions on the policy, the two politicians managed to reach a compromise.

Synonyms

antagonistic hostile opposing combative confrontational belligerent unfriendly

Antonyms

cooperative friendly amicable collaborative supportive harmonious conciliatory