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

These types of meetings are relaxed because the focus is to solve problems versus everyone vying to put forth the best image. — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Seven bidders battled for Gus for 10 minutes, as new wealth vied for a piece of prehistoric history. — Robert Frank, CNBC, 24 July 2026

While there has been plenty of outside discussion about the group of teams vying for future Basketball Hall of Famer LeBron James in free agency this offseason, James has not commented on those specific teams during the decision-making process. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026

Interestingly, a large proportion of female directors who vied for a Golden Lion within the last five years have taken home major awards. — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 23 July 2026