Etymology:
Sanskrit: pratipaksha * prati - "against" * paksha - "side"
Meaning:
Opponent, adversary, enemy
Origin:
The word "pratipaksha" originated in Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language spoken in ancient India. It is a compound of two words: "prati," meaning "against," and "paksha," meaning "side." Thus, it literally means "one who is on the opposite side."
The word was first used in ancient Indian religious texts, such as the Vedas and Upanishads, to refer to a person or group of people who opposed a particular belief or practice. Over time, it came to be used more generally to refer to an opponent or adversary in any situation.
Usage:
The word "pratipaksha" is still used in Hindi and other modern Indo-Aryan languages to refer to an opponent or adversary. It is also used in English, especially in contexts related to politics, warfare, and sports.
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