Synonyms for

Competitors

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

Definition

Competitors are people or companies who are trying to win or do better than others in the same activity or business.

Synonyms & similar words

contender rival challenger competitor competition

Synonyms by register

Formal

rivals contenders opponents adversaries

Informal

challengers players the opposition

Literary

foes rivals

Antonyms

allies partners collaborators associates friends teammates

Common collocations

  • fierce competitors
  • direct competitors
  • main competitors
  • key competitors
  • potential competitors
  • market competitors
  • business competitors
  • closing the gap on competitors

Word family

noun competitor
verb compete
adjective competitive
adverb competitively

Usage note

Competitors typically refers to individuals or groups vying for the same goal, often in a business or sporting context. It can sometimes imply a more direct rivalry than 'rivals'.

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