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Competition

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌkɑːmpəˈtɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Competition

an event in which people compete with each other to find out who is the best at something

In simple words: A contest where people or teams try to win something.

Competition in a sentence

• The competition between the two teams was very intense.
• She won the first place in the painting competition.
• The competition provided a great opportunity to showcase their skills.
• Many schools participate in the annual science competition.
• There is a lot of competition in the job market right now.

How to use Competition

Use 'competition' in contexts like sports, events, or challenges. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid in casual or slang settings without context.

Grammar pattern

competition + noun (e.g., competition winner)

Memory hint

Think of 'compete' with 'tion' at the end — it's about competing.

Related words

Collocations with Competition

• international
• national
• major
• win
• lose
• have
• take place
• be open to somebody
• winner
• entry
• committee
• in a/​the competition
• competition between
• competition for
• cut-throat
• fierce
• intense
• be up against
• face
• go into
• exist
• heat up
• intensify
• laws
• against competition
• in competition with
• in the face of competition
• outperform
• blow away
• crush

Synonyms for Competition

• contest
• tournament
• dispute
• rivalry
• challenge

Opposites of Competition

• cooperation
• collaboration

Common mistakes with Competition

• Confusing 'competition' with 'competitor'
• Using 'compete' incorrectly as a noun
• Mixing up 'competition' and 'contest'

Frequently asked questions about Competition

What does Competition mean?

A contest where people or teams try to win something.

What is the definition of Competition?

an event in which people compete with each other to find out who is the best at something

How do you use Competition in a sentence?

The competition between the two teams was very intense.

Can you give another example of Competition?

She won the first place in the painting competition.

What are synonyms for Competition?

Common alternatives include contest, tournament, dispute, rivalry, challenge.

What is the opposite of Competition?

Opposite meanings include cooperation, collaboration.

What words go with Competition?

It commonly pairs with international, national, major, win, lose, have, take place, be open to somebody, winner, entry, committee, in a/​the competition, competition between, competition for, cut-throat, fierce, intense, be up against, face, go into, exist, heat up, intensify, laws, against competition, in competition with, in the face of competition, outperform, blow away, crush.

What are common mistakes when using Competition?

Confusing 'competition' with 'competitor' Using 'compete' incorrectly as a noun Mixing up 'competition' and 'contest'

How do you pronounce Competition?

US: /["/ˌkɑːmpəˈtɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Competition?

Use 'competition' in contexts like sports, events, or challenges. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid in casual or slang settings without context.

What CEFR level is Competition?

"Competition" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.