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Compete

Part of Speech

Verb

Pronunciation

British English: /kəmˈpiːt/

American English: /kəmˈpiːt/

Definitions

  • To strive against others for an objective, such as victory or a prize.
  • To participate in a contest or rivalry.
  • To try to outdo or surpass others.

Usage Examples

  • She will compete in the national swimming championship.
  • Companies must compete for customers in a free market.
  • They competed against each other in the final round.

Etymology

Derived from Latin competere, meaning "to strive together" or "to seek together," from com- (together) + petere (to seek).

Synonyms

  • Contend
  • Rival
  • Challenge
  • Strive
  • Vie

Antonyms

  • Cooperate
  • Yield
  • Concede

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchConcourir/kɔ̃kuʁiʁ/
GermanKonkurrenz machen/ˈkɔŋkʊʁɛnts ˌmaχən/
SpanishCompetir/kompeˈtiɾ/
PortugueseCompetir/kõpɨˈtiʁ/
ItalianCompetere/komˈpɛtere/
Chinese竞争/jìng zhēng/
Japanese競争する/kyōsō suru/
RussianСоревноваться/sərʲɪvnɐˈvat͡sːə/
Hindiप्रतियोगिता करना/prətɪˈjoːɡɪtaː kərnaː/
Bengaliপ্রতিযোগিতা করা/prɔtijoɡɪta kɔra/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /kəmˈpiːt/
  • American English: /kəmˈpiːt/
  • Australian English: /kəmˈpiːt/

Historical Usage

The word "compete" was first recorded in English in the early 17th century. It originally conveyed the idea of striving together for a common goal but later evolved to imply rivalry.

Cultural Nuances

In modern contexts, "compete" is often used in sports, business, and academia. The perception of competition varies across cultures, with some emphasizing cooperative competition and others focusing on individual achievement.

More Information

Competition is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, influencing economies, innovation, and personal development. While competition can drive excellence, excessive rivalry may lead to stress and conflict. Balancing competition with collaboration is often considered ideal.

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