Competitive: meaning, definitions and examples
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competitive
[ kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv ]
business
Having a strong desire to compete and succeed in business or other activities.
Synonyms
ambitious, determined, driven, rivalrous
Examples of usage
- He is known for his competitive nature in the business world.
- She always strives to be the most competitive candidate for the job.
sports
Relating to or characterized by competition; eager to compete.
Synonyms
challenging, fierce, rivalrous, sporting
Examples of usage
- The team has a competitive spirit that drives them to win.
- She is a competitive athlete who always gives her best effort.
general
Involving or based on competition.
Synonyms
aggressive, cutthroat, fierce, intense
Examples of usage
- The market is highly competitive, with many companies vying for customers.
- He enjoys the competitive nature of chess tournaments.
Translations
Translations of the word "competitive" in other languages:
🇵🇹 competitivo
🇮🇳 प्रतिस्पर्धी
🇩🇪 wettbewerbsfähig
🇮🇩 kompetitif
🇺🇦 конкурентний
🇵🇱 konkurencyjny
🇯🇵 競争力がある
🇫🇷 compétitif
🇪🇸 competitivo
🇹🇷 rekabetçi
🇰🇷 경쟁력 있는
🇸🇦 تنافسي
🇨🇿 konkurenční
🇸🇰 konkurenčný
🇨🇳 竞争力的
🇸🇮 konkurenčen
🇮🇸 samkeppnishæfur
🇰🇿 бәсекеге қабілетті
🇬🇪 კონკურენტუნარიანი
🇦🇿 rəqabətqabiliyyətli
🇲🇽 competitivo
Etymology
The word 'competitive' has its origins in the late 18th century, derived from the Latin word 'competere' meaning 'strive together'. Originally used in a general sense, it gained popularity in business and sports contexts during the 20th century. The concept of competitiveness has been a key driver of innovation and progress in various fields.