Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

competitor

noun
/kəmˈpɛtɪtər/
Definition
A person or organization that competes against others, particularly in business or sports.
Examples
  • The new brand is a major competitor in the smartphone market.
  • She trained hard to win against her toughest competitor in the race.
  • Market analysts are tracking the moves of our top competitor.
Meaning
Someone or something that strives to achieve the same goal as another, often in a challenging or rival manner.
Synonyms
  • rival
  • contender
  • opponent
  • challenger
  • adversary