What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
competitory
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The competitory nature of the industry makes it challenging for new businesses to enter. [competitory: adjective]
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She has always been very competitory and loves to participate in sports. [competitory: adjective]
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Our new product is highly competitory and offers unique features that set it apart from competitors. [competitory: adjective]
competitive
Example
The company has a competitive advantage due to its innovative technology. [competitive: adjective]
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He is very competitive and always strives to be the best. [competitive: adjective]
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Our new product is highly competitive and offers unique features that set it apart from competitors. [competitive: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Competitive is more commonly used than competitory in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between competitory and competitive?
Competitive is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts. Competitory is less common and typically associated with a more formal tone.
