compete

[kəmˈpiːt]

compete Definition

  • 1to take part in a contest or competition
  • 2to try to be more successful or better than someone else who is trying to do the same as you

Using compete: Examples

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

  • Example

    The two teams will compete against each other in the final.

  • Example

    I don't like to compete with my friends.

  • Example

    The company is competing with larger rivals for market share.

  • Example

    She competed in the Olympics last year.

  • Example

    The two companies are competing for the same customers.

compete Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for compete

Phrases with compete

  • to participate in the most prestigious or challenging competitions

    Example

    He has always wanted to compete at the highest level and win a championship.

  • to try to do something as quickly as possible

    Example

    The chef was competing against the clock to finish cooking before the guests arrived.

  • to try to get someone's attention or interest

    Example

    The children were competing for their mother's attention.

Origins of compete

from Latin 'competere', meaning 'strive together'

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Summary: compete in Brief

To 'compete' [kəmˈpiːt] means to take part in a contest or to try to be more successful than someone else. It can refer to participating in a competition, striving for success, or vying for market share. Examples include 'The two teams will compete against each other in the final.' and 'The company is competing with larger rivals for market share.'

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