Competitive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Competitive is an adjective meaning Of or pertaining to competition.
Meaning
Of or pertaining to competition.
More Meanings
- (of someone's character) Inclined to compete.
- (economics) Capable of competing successfully.
- (euphemistically, of prices) Cheap, especially used of quality products.
- (biochemistry) Relating to the inhibition of the effects of a chemical substance by another substance competing with it for binding or bonding.
Example Sentences
competitive antagonist
The final remnants of the competitive spirit between companies will be eliminated, and there is no reasonable prospect that the dull uniformity of standardisation will be offset by greater efficiency in operation.
Manchester United's Tom Cleverley impressed on his first competitive start and Lampard demonstrated his continued worth at international level in a performance that was little more than a stroll once England swiftly exerted their obvious authority.
Synonyms for competitive
Depending on context, synonyms include economic, inexpensive, low-cost, bargainous, budget, cheap.
Antonyms for competitive
Common opposites include cooperative, anticompetitive, noncompetitive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include competing, competitory, rival, rivalrous, contending, combative.
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