Synonyms for

Competing

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

Definition

to strive or vie for a goal or advantage

Synonyms & similar words

vie contend compete rivaling contending battling challenging fighting jockeying vying matching emulating opposing confronting engaging

Synonyms by register

Formal

contending rivaling vying clashing

Informal

going head-to-head battling it out in the running up against

Literary

jostling grappling striving

Antonyms

cooperating collaborating uniting joining assisting aiding harmonizing

Common collocations

  • competing interests
  • competing demands
  • competing products
  • competing firms
  • competing for
  • competing against
  • competing in

Word family

noun competition
verb compete
adjective competitive
adverb competitively

Usage note

The word 'competing' often implies a struggle for a prize, advantage, or dominance. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but the specific synonyms chosen should reflect the desired register.

Example sentences

  1. The athletes are competing for the gold medal.
  2. I am competing against my friend in a race.
  3. The two companies are competing for customers.
  4. The teams are competing in the championship game.
  5. She is competing to win the science fair.

Quotes

  • Competition is always a good thing. It forces us to do our best. - Nancy Pearcey
  • I think competition is very healthy. It's what makes one strive to be better. - Christine Lahti
  • The only way to be the best at something is to be the best you can be at competing. - Eddie Johnson

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