Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
upmanship
noun
/ˈʌp.mən.ʃɪp/
Definition
The practice of gaining an advantage over another person or rival by outdoing them or showing superiority in some way.
Examples
- His constant upmanship made it difficult to have a collaborative work environment.
- She engaged in a little friendly upmanship with her colleagues during the team meeting.
Meaning
Upmanship refers to the act of trying to show that one is better than others, often in a social or professional setting.
Synonyms
- superiority
- domination
- one-upmanship
