competitor
Translation
competitor, rival, contestant
Examples
There are six competitors in the final race.
There are six competitors in the final race.
Our main competitor has launched a new product.
Our main competitor has launched a new product.
Grammar Patterns
((a competitor in sth.)) a person in a contest He was a strong competitor in the marathon.
((a competitor to/for sb./sth.)) a rival in business They are a major competitor to our company.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rival, opponent, contestant; Antonyms: partner, ally, collaborator
Etymology
From the verb 'compete' plus the agent noun suffix '-itor', meaning 'one who competes'.
Memory Tips
A 'competitor' is a person or company that you 'compete' with.