Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A situation in which individuals or groups try to outperform each other, often seen in sports, business, or academics.
Competition
/ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃən/Synonyms:
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Examples:
'A community of co-workers and no competition, that was its idea.
An archery competition was a special event.
'Competition holds sway to-day in industrial life with disastrous results.
Etymology:
Originated in the late Middle English period, from the Latin word competitio, which means a rivalry, derived from competere meaning strive for or contend with.
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