Synonyms for

Competitiveness

Verb / kʌˈmpetɪtɪvnɪs / Another word for competitiveness — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Competitiveness is the quality of being able to compete successfully.

Synonyms & similar words

fight ambition drive determination rivalry aggressiveness enterprise motivation zeal initiative push spirit struggle aspiration competing contending emulation envy fierceness hunger passion

Synonyms by register

Formal

rivalry enterprise initiative ambition

Informal

drive get-up-and-go oomph grit

Literary

ardor zeal emulation

Antonyms

cooperation collaboration passivity acquiescence submission uncompetitiveness

Common collocations

  • increase competitiveness
  • enhance competitiveness
  • maintain competitiveness
  • global competitiveness
  • economic competitiveness
  • business competitiveness
  • national competitiveness
  • price competitiveness

Word family

noun competitiveness
verb compete
adjective competitive
adverb competitively

Usage note

Competitiveness often refers to the ability to succeed in relation to others, particularly in business or economics. It generally carries a positive connotation of striving and achievement.

Example sentences

  1. Her competitiveness in sports helped her team win the championship.
  2. The company's competitiveness in the market led to increased profits.
  3. His competitiveness sometimes made it difficult to work with him.
  4. The school's competitiveness in academics attracted top students.
  5. Her competitiveness drove her to always strive for excellence.

Quotes

  • I think there is beauty in everything. What 'normal' people perceive as ugly, I can usually see something of beauty in it.
  • Being a good teammate is when you try to sprint down a ball that everyone thinks is going out of bounds. But you go after it anyways and you get it.
  • I'm competitive with myself, but not with other people. I set goals for myself. I don't really care about winning or losing as long as I do my best.

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