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Adversarial

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Adversarial refers to situations involving opposition, conflict, or competition between two opposing sides. It implies an antagonistic relationship where each side tries to outdo or defeat the other.

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