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titleholders

[ ˈtaɪtlˌhoʊldərz ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

in a competition

Individuals or teams who currently hold a particular title or position in a competition, such as champions, winners, or reigning champions.

Synonyms

champions, reigning champions, winners.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
titleholders	Used to refer to individuals or teams that currently possess a specific title, often in sports or competitive fields. The titleholders of the tournament will face tough competition this season The titleholders from last year's championship are back to defend their title
champions	Commonly used to describe individuals or teams that have won a competition or contest, often implying excellence and superiority. The champions of the league celebrated their victory with a grand parade She is the reigning champions in three different swimming events
winners	A general term for those who have achieved victory in any competition, award, or challenge. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts. The winners of the raffle will be announced shortly She is one of the few winners of the prestigious literary award
reigning champions	Specifically refers to the current champions who are holding the title from the most recent competition, emphasizing their ongoing status. The reigning champions will defend their title in the upcoming finals As reigning champions, they have a reputation to uphold in this year's competition

Examples of usage

The titleholders of the World Cup will defend their title next year.
The current titleholders are expected to face tough competition in the upcoming tournament.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

in a professional setting

Individuals who currently hold a specific title or position within a professional organization or industry, such as CEOs, presidents, or directors.

Synonyms

CEOs, directors, presidents.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
titleholders	Used to refer to people or teams who hold a title, usually in sports, competitions, or certain formal contexts. The current titleholders of the championship are performing very well this season. Last year's titleholders are expected to defend their position fiercely.
CEOs	Used to describe the chief executive officers of companies, responsible for the overall management and decision-making. The CEO announced a new strategic direction for the company. Many CEOs attended the international business conference.
presidents	Usually refers to people holding the highest position within an organization, country, or institution. The president of the country will address the nation tonight. He was elected as the new president of the university.
directors	Generally used for individuals in charge of a department, project, or organization, often within a company or non-profit organization. Also used in the film industry. The marketing director presented the new campaign. She is one of the most respected directors in the film industry.

Examples of usage

The titleholders of the company are responsible for making strategic decisions.
She is one of the youngest titleholders in the industry.

Translations

Translations of the word "titleholders" in other languages:

🇵🇹 detentores de títulos

🇮🇳 खिताबधारक

🇩🇪 Titelträger

🇮🇩 pemegang gelar

🇺🇦 титулоносці

🇵🇱 posiadacze tytułów

🇯🇵 タイトルホルダー

🇫🇷 détenteurs de titres

🇪🇸 poseedores de títulos

🇹🇷 ünvan sahipleri

🇰🇷 타이틀 보유자

🇸🇦 حاملو الألقاب

🇨🇿 držitelé titulů

🇸🇰 držitelia titulov

🇨🇳 冠军头衔拥有者

🇸🇮 nosilci naslovov

🇮🇸 titilshafar

🇰🇿 титул иелерi

🇬🇪 ტიტულის მფლობელები

🇦🇿 titul sahibləri

🇲🇽 poseedores de títulos

Etymology

The term 'titleholders' originated from the concept of holding a title or position of prestige or authority. It is commonly used in the context of competitions, sports, and professional settings to refer to individuals or teams who currently hold a specific title or position. The history of titleholders can be traced back to ancient times when champions and winners were celebrated for their achievements. Today, the term is widely used to recognize and honor those who have achieved success and recognition in their respective fields.