greatest enemy

language: ru

definitions

  1. The most dangerous, hostile, or formidable opponent or adversary that a person, group, or nation faces in a direct conflict or competition.
    ru: Величайший враг
  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.
    ru: Внутренние препятствия
  3. The most critical obstacle, deficiency, or adverse condition that significantly hinders progress, development, or the achievement of a specific goal.
    ru: Главное препятствие

examples

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

    Во время восстания многие местные жители считали колониальные войска величайшим врагом.

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

    Он понял, что его главным врагом были не конкуренты, а отсутствие дисциплины.

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

    Плохая инфраструктура по-прежнему остается главным врагом экономического роста в регионе.