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Competitive

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

British English: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/

American English: /kəmˈpɛt̬ɪtɪv/

Definitions

  • Relating to or characterized by competition.
  • Having a strong desire to win or be more successful than others.
  • Offering good value in relation to rivals in terms of price, quality, or service.

Usage Examples

  • She is highly competitive in sports and academics.
  • The company offers competitive pricing on all products.
  • In a competitive job market, having strong skills is essential.

Etymology

Derived from Latin competere ("to strive together"), through Middle French and later English in the 17th century.

Synonyms

  • Aggressive
  • Ambitious
  • Rivalrous
  • Challenging
  • Cutthroat

Antonyms

  • Noncompetitive
  • Unambitious
  • Cooperative

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchCompétitif/kɔ̃.pe.ti.tif/
GermanWettbewerbsfähig/ˈvɛtbəˌvɛʁpsˌfɛːɪç/
SpanishCompetitivo/kom.pe.tiˈti.bo/
PortugueseCompetitivo/kõ.pe.tʃiˈtʃi.vo/
ItalianCompetitivo/kom.pe.tiˈti.vo/
Chinese竞争的/jìng zhēng de/
Japanese競争力のある/kyōsōryoku no aru/
RussianКонкурентоспособный/kən.kʊˌrʲen.tə.səˈpos.nɨj/
Hindiप्रतिस्पर्धात्मक/pratispardhatmak/
Bengaliপ্রতিযোগিতামূলক/prɔtijogitamulok/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/
  • American English: /kəmˈpɛt̬ɪtɪv/
  • Australian English: /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/

Historical Usage

The term "competitive" gained prominence during the rise of capitalism and free-market economies, emphasizing rivalry in business, sports, and personal ambition.

Cultural Nuances

In Western cultures, competitiveness is often seen as a positive trait, associated with success and achievement. In some Eastern cultures, while competition is valued, cooperation and harmony may be equally emphasized.

More Information

Being competitive can drive innovation, motivation, and excellence. However, excessive competitiveness may lead to stress, burnout, and unethical behavior.

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