rival

[ˈraɪvəl]

rival Definition

  • 1a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field of activity
  • 2a person or thing that equals another in quality

Using rival: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rival" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Coca-Cola and Pepsi are rival companies.

  • Example

    The two athletes have been rivals since high school.

  • Example

    The company's new product is a rival to Apple's iPhone.

  • Example

    The two political parties are bitter rivals.

rival Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using rival

  • be no match for someone/something

    to be much weaker or less skilled than someone or something else

    Example

    The local team was no match for their rival, losing by a score of 10-0.

  • have the edge over someone/something

    to have an advantage over someone or something

    Example

    The company's new product has the edge over its rival due to its innovative features.

  • neck and neck

    very close or equal in a race or competition

    Example

    The two runners were neck and neck as they approached the finish line.

Phrases with rival

  • a person who competes with another for the love or affection of someone else

    Example

    The two men were rivals in love, both vying for the attention of the same woman.

  • a group of people who compete with another gang for territory, power, or influence

    Example

    The city has seen an increase in violence due to clashes between rival gangs.

  • a sports team that competes with another team for victory or championship

    Example

    The two rival teams will face off in the championship game next week.

Origins of rival

from Latin 'rivalis', meaning 'a person using the same stream as another'

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Summary: rival in Brief

The term 'rival' [ˈraɪvəl] refers to a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field of activity. It can denote competition in business, sports, or other areas, as in 'The two athletes have been rivals since high school.' 'Rival' extends into phrases like 'rival gang,' and idioms like 'be no match for someone/something,' indicating a significant difference in skill or ability.

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