vihollinen
Vihollinen is a Finnish noun meaning an enemy: a person or group opposed to another in conflict, competition, or hostility. The term is used in everyday language as well as in military, sports, politics, and fiction to designate a foe or adversary. It can refer to individuals, organizations, nations, or abstract antagonistic forces, including fictional villains.
Etymology: The word derives from the Finnish root viha, meaning “hatred,” combined with the suffix -llinen, which
Usage and nuance: Vihollinen typically denotes a clear adversary in a given context, whether concrete (a military
Grammar and forms: In Finnish, vihollinen declines as a standard noun. Basic forms include nominative singular
See also: Vastustaja, vastakkainasettelu, vihamies. These terms are related concepts used to describe opponents or antagonistic