rival

rival

noun

Definition of RIVAL

1

one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value <a design that is a rival to any produced by a professional graphic artist>

Synonyms coequal, compeer, coordinate, counterpart, equivalent, fellow, like, match, parallel, peer, rival

Related Words analogue (or analog); double, half, mate, twin; associate, colleague, companion, copartner, partner; competitor

2

one that takes a position opposite another in a competition or conflict <the boxer's toughest rival thus far>

Synonyms adversary, antagonist, foe, rival

Related Words equal, match; enemy; archenemy, nemesis; competitor, contestant; bane, bête noire, curse; assailant, attacker, combatant, invader

Near Antonyms accomplice, ally, confederate, partner; advocate, champion, exponent, proponent, supporter, sympathizer

3

one who strives for the same thing as another <the four cities that are the top rivals for the site of the next Olympic Games>

Synonyms challenger, competition, contender, contestant, corrival, rival

Related Words archrival; finalist, semifinalist; also-ran, entrant, entry, player; adversary, antagonist, opponent

Antonyms noncompetitor