competitive

Definition

  • adjective: of or relating to a situation in which people or groups are trying to win a contest or be more successful than others
  • adjective: relating to, characterized by, or based on 'competition'
  • synonyms: adversary, adversative, adverse

Examples

  • The new technology gave them a 'competitive' advantage/edge. [=a better chance than others of winning or succeeding]

  • It is a very 'competitive' job market. [=a situation in which a lot of people are trying to get jobs]

  • We offer great service at 'competitive' rates. [=rates that are close to those of other companies]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) without discipline, commitment, and a lot of work? I tell you! The I can count on two fingers. Zero! #It will not happen, Mason. The world is too competitive. Too many talented people who are willing to work hard, and there are many fools who do not have ... talent, but (..)
    2014 Boyhood