rivalry

noun
UK: /ˈraɪvlri/
US: /ˈraɪvəlri/

  1. Competition between people or groups.

    1. The teams have a strong rivalry in sports.
    2. There's a long-standing rivalry between the two companies, affecting their market share.

  2. A situation in which people or groups are competing with each other for something.

    1. Sibling rivalry can be tough on parents.
    2. Political rivalry often leads to intense debates and public scrutiny of candidates.

Synonyms

competition contention conflict opposition

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "rivalry" in English means: Competition between people or groups., A situation in which people or groups are competing with each other for something..

The phonetic transcription of "rivalry" is /ˈraɪvlri/ in British English and /ˈraɪvəlri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "rivalry": competition, contention, conflict, opposition.

Example usage of "rivalry": "The teams have a strong rivalry in sports.". More examples on the page.