Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rivalry
noun
/ˈraɪ.vəl.ri/
Definition
The state of being in competition or conflict with someone or something.
Examples
- The rivalry between the two sports teams has lasted for decades.
- Childhood rivalry can lead to lifelong competition.
- The political rivalry escalated during the campaign season.
Meaning
Rivalry refers to the ongoing competition between two parties, often resulting in a situation where each strives to outdo the other.
Synonyms
- competition
- contest
- conflict
- opposition
- antagonism
