1. people who are opposed to, feel hatred for, or seek to harm someone
Usage: plural of enemy
2. hostile nations or their armed forces during wartime
Usage: military context
3. things that harm or threaten something
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The two countries had been enemies for decades.
• She made many enemies during her rise to power.
• The soldiers prepared to face their enemies in battle.
• Former enemies can sometimes become friends.
• Stress and poor diet are enemies of good health.
• The detective had to identify his enemies within the police force.
• Natural disasters are among humanity’s oldest enemies.