challenger (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃælɪndʒər/
Definition
A person, team, or thing that competes against another, especially in a contest or election, often aiming to defeat an established champion or leader.
Examples
The boxer, a young challenger, faced the reigning champion in the final match.
In the upcoming election, the incumbent mayor will face a strong challenger from the opposition party.
The new software emerged as a serious challenger to the market leader, offering innovative features.
How to Use challenger
- challenger to (prepositional phrase)
- Someone or something that competes against another for a position or title. — "The young athlete proved to be a formidable challenger to the world record holder."
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