Synonyms for

Competed

Verb / kʌˈmpi:tɪd / Another word for competed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to take part in a contest or competition

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

contended strove vied competed

Informal

battled went head-to-head faced off squared off

Literary

contended strove

Antonyms

yielded surrendered acquiesced capitulated relented conceded

Common collocations

  • competed fiercely
  • competed against
  • competed for
  • competed in
  • competed well
  • competed successfully
  • competed directly

Word family

noun competition
verb compete
adjective competitive
adverb competitively

Usage note

The past tense and past participle of 'compete' is 'competed'. It is often used with prepositions like 'against', 'for', or 'in'.

Example sentences

  1. I competed in a race last weekend and won first place!
  2. The two teams competed against each other in a soccer game.
  3. Shes been practicing really hard because she wants to compete in the talent show.
  4. The chef competed on a cooking show and impressed the judges with her dish.
  5. The athletes will compete in several different events throughout the day.

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