Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tournament
noun
/ˈtʊərnəmənt/
Definition
A series of contests between a number of competitors, who compete for an overall prize.
Examples
- The annual chess tournament attracts players from all over the world.
- She won the tournament and received a trophy as well as a cash prize.
- The soccer tournament will take place next summer in France.
Meaning
Tournaments are organized competitions, often in sports or games, where various participants compete against each other in a structured format.
Synonyms
- competition
- championship
- contest
- event
- meet
