competitor

noun

com·​pet·​i·​tor kəm-ˈpe-tə-tər 

: one that competes: such as

a

: rival

a fierce competitor on the soccer field

b

: one selling or buying goods or services in the same market as another

offering lower prices than our competitors

c

: an organism that lives in competition with another

The squid population increased dramatically when food competitors were depleted by heavy overfishing.

Synonyms

• contestant
• contender
• rival
• challenger

Examples of competitor in a Sentence

We offer better rates than our competitors.

There were more than 500 competitors in the race.

Recent Examples on the Web

The ability to mimic the texture and performance of trad-gen leather proteins is what sets Elevate apart from competitors that rely on carbohydrate-heavy inputs, like mycelium and apple skin. —Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025

Here's how CarShield stacks up against two major competitors. —Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025

The brand has expanded beyond YouTube to sponsor PGA competitors, produce tournaments for Golf Channel and acquire a piece of the TGL’s Los Angeles Golf Club team. —Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 4 Sep. 2025

Its speeds can match or exceed many competitors, but prices increase significantly after the introductory period. —Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

see competition

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

competitor

noun

com·​pet·​i·​tor kəm-ˈpet-ət-ər 

: one that competes especially in the selling of goods or services : rival