Synonyms for

Champions

Verb / ˈtʃæmpi:ʌnz / Another word for champions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a person or team that has won a competition or contest

Synonyms & similar words

genius hotshot virtuoso champ supporter superstar paladin whiz champion protagonist hero titleholder whizz booster fighter mavin adept friend defend sensation maven star ace admirer wizard winners victors champs titleholders conquerors masters heroes prizewinners toppers challengers contenders competitors rivals opponents adversaries foes antagonists combatants gladiators warriors

Synonyms by register

Formal

victors conquerors titleholders defenders

Informal

winners top dogs aces stars

Literary

heroes valiant ones titans

Antonyms

losers underdogs challengers competitors opponents rivals defendants

Common collocations

  • defending champions
  • world champions
  • league champions
  • former champions
  • team champions
  • national champions
  • undefeated champions

Word family

noun champion
verb champion
adjective champion

Usage note

As a verb, 'champion' means to support or defend a cause or person. It is often used in formal contexts to express strong advocacy.

Example sentences

  1. The basketball team won the championship and became the champions of the league.
  2. She worked hard and became the spelling champion of her school.
  3. The horse and its jockey were the champions of the race.
  4. The defending champions lost the game to the underdogs.
  5. The champions received a trophy and a cash prize.

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