English · Culture & Society
competition
/ˌkɒm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/
[/ˌkɒm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/]
contest, rivalry
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An event in which people try to win by being better than others, or the act of competing in general. It also means the rivals one competes against.
Example
The cooking competition attracted talented amateurs from every corner of the country.
The cooking competition attracted talented amateurs from every corner of the country.
Etymology
From Latin 'competitio' (a striving together), from 'competere' (to strive, agree).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in sport, business, and everyday life.