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Rivalling: meaning, definitions and examples

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rivalling

 

[ ˈrɪvəlɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

competition scenario

Rivalling refers to the act of competing with someone or something for supremacy or achievement. It involves striving to match or surpass another's efforts, often in a context of rivalry, where both parties seek recognition or success.

Synonyms

challenging, competing, contending, striving

Examples of usage

  • The two athletes have been rivalling each other for years.
  • Their companies are rivalling in the tech market.
  • She is rivalling the top students for the scholarship.

Translations

Translations of the word "rivalling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rivalizando

🇮🇳 प्रतिस्पर्धा करना

🇩🇪 rivalisierend

🇮🇩 bersaing

🇺🇦 суперечливий

🇵🇱 rywalizujący

🇯🇵 競争する

🇫🇷 rivalisant

🇪🇸 rivalizando

🇹🇷 rakip olan

🇰🇷 경쟁하는

🇸🇦 يتنافس

🇨🇿 rivalizující

🇸🇰 súťažiaci

🇨🇳 竞争的

🇸🇮 konkurenčen

🇮🇸 samkeppni

🇰🇿 бәсекелес

🇬🇪 კონკურენტული

🇦🇿 rəqabət edən

🇲🇽 rivalizando

Word origin

The term 'rival' originated from the Latin word 'rivālis', which referred to 'one who shares a river' or 'one using the same stream'. This concept was grounded in the idea that two parties, be it individuals or groups, could be in competition for the same resources. In the Middle Ages, this term took on a broader meaning, applying to anyone in competition, especially in terms of power or prestige. Over time, 'rival' evolved to encompass both personal and professional contests, with 'rivalling' emerging as a verbal form, indicating the ongoing nature of competition. The use of 'rivalling' retains the essence of the word's roots, emphasizing the dynamic and sometimes contentious relationships that exist in competitive scenarios.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,017 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.