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Synonyms & Similar Words
aggressive
ambitious
driven
enterprising
forceful
high-powered
motivated
pushy
ruthless
assertive
bold
daring
determined
fiercely competitive
cutthroat
dog-eat-dog
energetic
feisty
fierce
formidable
hard-driving
intense
keen
lively
merciless
potent
powerful
robust
spirited
strong
tenacious
tireless
unrelenting
vigorous
Meaning of Competitive
Having or showing a strong desire to win or succeed
Definitions
- Having or showing a strong desire to win or succeed, especially in competition or sports
- * Relating to or characterized by competition, especially in business or commerce
Etymology of Competitive
The word "competitive" comes from the Latin "competere", which means to strive or struggle together, and the suffix "-ive", which forms an adjective indicating a tendency or disposition
The word has been used in English since the 17th century to describe people, activities, or situations that involve competition or rivalry
Example Uses
- The company has a very competitive pricing strategy to attract more customers
- * She's a competitive athlete who always strives to improve her performance
- * The job market is highly competitive, so it's not easy to get hired
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
uncompetitive
noncompetitive
unambitious
complacent
indifferent
apathetic
lethargic
laid-back
relaxed
easygoing
casual
lackadaisical
sluggish
dormant
inactive
inert
lazy
idle
passive
unenthusiastic
unmotivated
uninterested