Definition of rival
(Entry 1 of 3)
rival
adjectiveDefinition of rival (Entry 2 of 3)
: having the same pretensions or claims : competing
rival
verbDefinition of rival (Entry 3 of 3)
: to act as a rival : compete
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)
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The first known use of rival was in 1577
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