Synonyms for

Competitor

Verb / kʌˈmpetʌtɜ: / / kʌˈmpetɪtɜ: / Another word for competitor — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person or group who is trying to win or do better than others in a competition.

Synonyms & similar words

rival challenger competition contender rival opponent challenger contender adversary enemy foe opposer antagonist combatant player contester racer participant entrant candidate match opposition competition corival emulator

Synonyms by register

Formal

rival contender opponent challenger

Informal

rival opponent challenger competish

Literary

adversary foe

Antonyms

ally partner collaborator associate friend supporter

Common collocations

  • direct competitor
  • main competitor
  • key competitor
  • fierce competitor
  • potential competitor
  • market competitor
  • business competitor

Word family

noun competitor
verb compete
adjective competitive
adverb competitively

Usage note

While 'competitor' often implies a direct struggle, it can also refer to any entity operating in the same market or field. Avoid using 'competish' in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The runner was a fierce competitor and always gave his best effort.
  2. The two companies were competitors in the same industry.
  3. The spelling bee had many competitors hoping to win the trophy.
  4. The gymnast's biggest competitor was herself.
  5. The chef saw the other contestants as competitors, but also as friends.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else. - Albert Einstein
  • I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious. - Albert Einstein

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