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Competitor - Dictionary

Competitor

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

British English: /kəmˈpɛtɪtə/

American English: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɚ/

Definitions

  • A person or organization that competes against others, especially in business, sports, or markets.
  • One who strives for the same goal as another.
  • A rival in any form of competition.

Usage Examples

  • She is a strong competitor in the national tennis championship.
  • Our biggest competitor in the market just launched a new product.
  • The two companies have been competitors for decades.

Etymology

Derived from Latin competere ("to strive together"), passing through Middle French and later into English in the 16th century.

Synonyms

  • Rival
  • Challenger
  • Contender
  • Opponent
  • Adversary

Antonyms

  • Ally
  • Teammate
  • Partner
  • Supporter

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchConcurrent/kɔ̃.ku.ʁɑ̃/
GermanKonkurrent/kɔn.kʊˈʁɛnt/
SpanishCompetidor/kom.pe.tiˈðor/
PortugueseConcorrente/kõ.ko.ˈʁẽ.tʃi/
ItalianCompetitore/kom.pe.tiˈto.re/
Chinese竞争者/jìng zhēng zhě/
Japanese競争相手/kyōsō aite/
RussianКонкурент/kən.kʊˈrʲent/
Hindiप्रतियोगी/pratiyogi/
Bengaliপ্রতিযোগী/prɔtijogi/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /kəmˈpɛtɪtə/
  • American English: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɚ/
  • Australian English: /kəmˈpɛtɪtə/

Historical Usage

The word "competitor" has been used in English since the 16th century, primarily in legal and economic contexts before expanding to sports and general rivalry.

Cultural Nuances

Competitiveness is often celebrated in Western cultures, where individual achievement is valued. In collectivist societies, cooperation is sometimes prioritized over direct competition.

More Information

Competitors exist in many domains, including business, academia, and sports. While competition can drive innovation and improvement, excessive rivalry may lead to ethical concerns or stress.

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