# enema vs enemy

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### enema
*noun · IPA /ˈɛn.ə.mə/ · frequency rank #34,871*
An injection of fluid into the large intestine by way of the rectum, usually for medical purposes.

### enemy
*noun · IPA /ˈɛn.ə.mi/ · frequency rank #2,038*
Someone who is hostile to, feels hatred towards, opposes the interests of, or intends injury to someone else.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/vs/enema-vs-enemy