Championship: meaning, definitions and examples

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championship

 

[ ˈtʃæmpɪənʃɪp ]

Noun
Sports
Context #1 | Noun

sports

A competition to determine the best team or individual in a particular sport or game.

Synonyms

competition, title, tournament.

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Word Description / Examples
championship

Used to refer to a series of contests in which the overall winner is determined, often across several games or matches. This word can also refer to the final match or series in a sports league to determine the champion.

  • The team celebrated their hard-fought victory in the championship
  • She trained all year to compete in the national chess championship
tournament

Refers to a series of games or matches within a specific timeframe, where participants compete to reach a final stage. Commonly used in the context of sports but can also apply to other activities.

  • The tennis tournament lasted for two weeks, with players from around the world
  • They organized a local gaming tournament to bring the community together
competition

A general term for any event where individuals or teams strive to win or perform better than others. This word can refer to both sports and non-sports events.

  • The annual science competition encourages students to showcase their innovative projects
  • The rivalry between the companies has made the business competition very intense
title

Specifically denotes the honor or status of being the best in a particular field or event. Winning a title often means achieving distinction or recognition.

  • After years of hard work, he finally won the world champion title
  • She defended her title successfully, proving to be the best yet again

Examples of usage

  • The championship will take place next month.
  • She has won multiple championships in her career.
Context #2 | Noun

general

An event or contest to decide a winner in a particular field or activity.

Synonyms

competition, contest, tournament.

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championship

The state of being the champion or the standard of excellence in a particular field.

  • Her championship performance at the Olympics inspired many young athletes
  • He has maintained his championship title for three consecutive years
contest

An event where individuals or groups compete, often emphasizing skill, knowledge, or unique abilities. It can be less formal than a competition.

  • She won first place in the poetry contest
  • There is a baking contest at the local fair this weekend
competition

A general term for any event or situation where individuals or groups strive to win or achieve something, often used in various fields including business, education, and sports.

  • The annual science competition attracts students from all over the country
  • There is fierce competition among companies in the tech industry
tournament

A series of games or matches, typically involving multiple participants or teams, which lead to a final winner after several rounds.

  • The tennis tournament will start next week with players from around the world
  • They reached the finals of the annual soccer tournament

Examples of usage

  • The spelling bee championship is scheduled for tomorrow.
  • The debate championship was intense.

Translations

Translations of the word "championship" in other languages:

🇵🇹 campeonato

🇮🇳 चैंपियनशिप

🇩🇪 Meisterschaft

🇮🇩 kejuaraan

🇺🇦 чемпіонат

🇵🇱 mistrzostwa

🇯🇵 選手権 (senshuken)

🇫🇷 championnat

🇪🇸 campeonato

🇹🇷 şampiyona

🇰🇷 챔피언십 (chaempieonship)

🇸🇦 بطولة (butoole)

🇨🇿 šampionát

🇸🇰 šampionát

🇨🇳 锦标赛 (jǐnbiāosài)

🇸🇮 prvenstvo

🇮🇸 meistaramót

🇰🇿 чемпионат

🇬🇪 ჩემპიონატი (chempionati)

🇦🇿 çempionat

🇲🇽 campeonato

Etymology

The word 'championship' originated in the late 18th century from the word 'champion' meaning 'a winner of first prize in a competition.' It has since evolved to represent the pinnacle of achievement in various fields, especially in sports and competitive activities.

See also: championing, champions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,961, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.