combatants

Definitions

Individuals or groups actively engaged in fighting or warfare.

Parties involved in a conflict, dispute, or competition.

Examples

The peace treaty was signed by the leaders of both groups of combatants.

The battlefield was cleared of debris after the combatants retreated to their respective camps.

Synonyms

fighters belligerents warriors soldiers adversaries opponents contestants

Antonyms

noncombatants civilians peacemakers allies supporters neutrals bystanders