greatest enemy

language: de

definitions

  1. The most dangerous, hostile, or formidable opponent or adversary that a person, group, or nation faces in a direct conflict or competition.
    de: Der größte Feind
  2. A metaphorical reference to one's own destructive habits, emotions, or character flaws, such as fear, procrastination, or arrogance, that primarily prevent personal success.
    de: Innere Hindernisse
  3. The most critical obstacle, deficiency, or adverse condition that significantly hinders progress, development, or the achievement of a specific goal.
    de: Größtes Hindernis

examples

  1. During the rebellion, the colonial forces were viewed by many locals as the greatest enemy.

    Während des Aufstands wurden die Kolonialtruppen von vielen Einheimischen als der größte Feind angesehen.

  2. He realized that his greatest enemy was not his competitors, but his own lack of discipline.

    Er erkannte, dass sein größter Feind nicht seine Konkurrenten waren, sondern sein eigener Mangel an Disziplin.

  3. Poor infrastructure continues to be the greatest enemy of economic growth in the region.

    Eine schlechte Infrastruktur bleibt der größte Feind des Wirtschaftswachstums in der Region.