CEFR B1

champion

noun

Meaning

A person who has defeated all opponents in a competition or election, or who is the best in a particular sport or activity.

Examples

She is the reigning world champion in tennis.
He was a champion of civil rights for many years.

Synonyms: winner, victor, titleholder, defend

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champion (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃæm.pi.ən/

Definition

A person who has defeated all opponents in a competition or election, or who is the best in a particular sport or activity.

Examples

She is the reigning world champion in tennis.
He was a champion of civil rights for many years.
The team celebrated their victory as national champions.

How to Use champion

champion of (prepositional phrase): Someone who supports or fights for a particular group or idea. — "He was a champion of the working class."
champion a cause (collocation): To publicly support a particular cause or policy. — "The actress championed animal welfare throughout her career."

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