rival

³rival

verb

ri·valed or ri·valledri·val·ing or ri·val·ling\ˈrīv-(ə-)liŋ\

Definition of RIVAL

intransitive verb

: to act as a rival : compete

transitive verb

1

: to be in competition with

2

: to strive to equal or excel : emulate

3

: to possess qualities or aptitudes that approach or equal (those of another)

Examples of RIVAL

1. The company manufactures paper that rivals the world's best.
2. The new museum will rival the largest in the world.

First Known Use of RIVAL

1605

Related to RIVAL

Synonyms: battle, contend, face off, fight, race, compete, vie

Related Words: challenge, engage, play; jockey, jostle, maneuver; go out, try out; train, work

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