competitively (B1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /kəmˈpetɪtɪvli/
Definition
In a way that involves trying to win a competition or achieve more than others.
Examples
She performed competitively in the national swimming championships.
The company is positioned competitively in the global market.
He approached the negotiation competitively, seeking the best possible terms.
How to Use competitively
- compete with (prepositional phrase)
- To try to win against another person or group in a contest or struggle. — "Our team has to compete with the best players in the league."
- compete for (prepositional phrase)
- To try to win something that other people also want. — "Several companies are competing for the lucrative government contract."
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