Competition
Noun
UK
/ˌkɒm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/
US
/ˌkɑːm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/
Definition
A contest or situation where people or groups try to win or do better.
Example
"The competition was tough."
"The school held a singing competition, and many students took part with great excitement."
"There is strong competition among phone companies to release new features every year."
Explanation
Competition is a situation where people, teams, or companies try to win or be the best. It can be in sports, business, school, or even everyday life. For example, children might enter a spelling competition, or companies may have strong competition to sell products. Competition can motivate people to work harder, improve skills, and reach goals. Sometimes, however, competition can also create stress. Healthy competition is usually seen as positive because it helps people grow and achieve more.