Synonyms of vie

vie

verb

ˈvī 

as in to compete

to engage in a contest

vied with his colleagues for the coveted promotion

Synonyms & Similar Words

• compete
• contend
• race
• fight
• rival
• battle
• face off
• play
• jostle
• engage
• challenge
• maneuver
• go out
• try out
• jockey
• work
• train

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of vie

With Saturday’s success, Isar becomes the clear leader among a pack of several European launch startups vying to inject some competition into Europe’s stagnant launch market. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026

Based on the novel series by Jodi Thomas, the Western romantic drama followed three ranching families vying for control. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026

Joe’s vigilante antics soon draw the ire of mob kingpin Giuseppe Falcone (Pacino) — this is the best name Besson could come up with — who confronts the killer priest in a confessional before vying to take him down. — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026

For example, a year from now, Siri or Muse may be members of your personal team, rather than competitors vying for your sole attention. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026