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competed

 

[kəmˈpiːtɪd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Competed is the past tense of the verb compete. To compete means to strive against others in a contest or competition. It involves individuals or groups trying to achieve a goal that cannot be shared, typically to win a prize or recognition. Competing can occur in sports, academics, business, and various other fields. It emphasizes the effort of individuals to outperform others.

Synonyms

contended, rivaled, vied.

Examples of usage

  • She competed in the 100-meter dash last week.
  • They competed for the championship title last season.
  • He competed against several other candidates for the job.
  • The teams competed fiercely in the finals.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word originates from the Latin 'competere', meaning 'to strive together'.
  • In earlier times, it was used to describe people who were trying to achieve the same goal.

Sporting History

  • The first modern Olympic Games, held in 1896, centered around athletes from different nations competing in various sports.
  • Many ancient civilizations, like the Greeks, held competitions not only for sport but also for music and poetry.

Psychology

  • Competing can boost motivation, pushing individuals to improve and reach higher goals.
  • Studies show that competition in a healthy environment can enhance learning and performance.

Education

  • In classroom settings, group competitions can foster teamwork and peer engagement.
  • Debates and academic competitions encourage critical thinking and public speaking skills among students.

Pop Culture

  • Television shows like 'American Idol' and 'The Amazing Race' showcase individuals and teams competing for fame and reward.
  • The concept of competition has been popularized in movies, portraying underdogs achieving victory against the odds.

Translations

Translations of the word "competed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 competiu

🇮🇳 प्रतियोगिता की

🇩🇪 wettbewerbte

🇮🇩 berkompetisi

🇺🇦 конкурував

🇵🇱 rywalizował

🇯🇵 競争した

🇫🇷 a concouru

🇪🇸 compitió

🇹🇷 rekabet etti

🇰🇷 경쟁했다

🇸🇦 تنافس

🇨🇿 soutěžil

🇸🇰 súťažil

🇨🇳 竞争了

🇸🇮 tekmoval

🇮🇸 keppni

🇰🇿 бәсекелестікке қатысты

🇬🇪 კონკურენციაში მონაწილეობდა

🇦🇿 mübarizə apardı

🇲🇽 compitió

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,528, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.