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Competition

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

British English: /ˌkɒm.pɪˈtɪʃ.ən/

American English: /ˌkɑːm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/

Definitions

  • The activity or condition of striving to gain or win something by defeating others.
  • A contest or event in which people or groups compete for supremacy.
  • Rivalry between businesses, organizations, or individuals.

Usage Examples

  • The competition for the championship title was fierce.
  • She entered a writing competition and won first place.
  • Healthy market competition leads to better products and lower prices.

Etymology

From Latin competitio, meaning "rivalry, contest," derived from competere ("to strive together"). The word entered English through Old French in the 17th century.

Synonyms

  • Contest
  • Rivalry
  • Challenge
  • Match
  • Battle

Antonyms

  • Cooperation
  • Harmony
  • Collaboration

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchCompétition/kɔ̃.pe.ti.sjɔ̃/
GermanWettbewerb/ˈvɛtbəˌvɛʁp/
SpanishCompetencia/kom.peˈten.sja/
PortugueseCompetição/kõ.pe.tiˈsɐ̃w̃/
ItalianCompetizione/kom.pe.titˈt͡sjo.ne/
Chinese竞争/jìng zhēng/
Japanese競争/kyōsō/
RussianКонкуренция/kən.kʊˈrʲen.t͡sɨ.jə/
Hindiप्रतियोगिता/pratiyogita/
Bengaliপ্রতিযোগিতা/prɔtijogita/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /ˌkɒm.pɪˈtɪʃ.ən/
  • American English: /ˌkɑːm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/
  • Australian English: /ˌkɒm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/

Historical Usage

The concept of competition has existed since ancient times, particularly in sports, trade, and warfare. The modern economic sense emerged during the Industrial Revolution, emphasizing market competition.

Cultural Nuances

In some cultures, competition is highly valued and seen as a driving force for success. In others, cooperation and collective success are prioritized over individual achievement.

More Information

Competition plays a crucial role in various fields, including sports, business, and education. While it fosters innovation and excellence, excessive competition can lead to stress and unethical practices.

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