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compatriot Antonyms

Opposite of compatriot

Because the opposite of compatriot shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A fellow citizen or national of a country; someone who shares the same homeland.

Usage Example

"During the international tournament, she cheered enthusiastically for her compatriots on the track."

Strongest
foreigner
alien
Strong
outsider
stranger

• noun (Context 2)

A close colleague, associate, or companion within a particular profession, organization, or endeavor.

Usage Example

"He collaborated closely with his scientific compatriots to publish the groundbreaking climate study."

Strong
rival
adversary
opponent
competitor

• adjective (Context 3)

Sharing the same nationality or homeland; belonging to the same country.

Usage Example

"The diplomat organized a formal reception to welcome foreign scholars visiting the university."

Strongest
foreign
alien

Similar words to compatriot

Words similar to compatriot shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

fellow citizen
countryman
countrywoman
colleague
associate
landsman
comrade
peer
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Compatriot. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/compatriot
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