competitor (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /kəmˈpetɪtər/
Definition
A person or group that is trying to win a competition or achieve more than others in the same area of activity.
Examples
She has always been a strong competitor in swimming.
The new startup is a serious competitor to the established businesses.
He faced stiff competition from his main competitor in the final race.
How to Use competitor
- competitor in (prepositional phrase)
- Someone who competes in a specific field, sport, or activity. — "He was the strongest competitor in the marathon."
- competitor to (prepositional phrase)
- Someone or something that competes against another. — "This new company is a serious competitor to our existing business."
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