competitive

adjective B1

Meaning

Competitive means wanting to win or be better than others in a game, job, or activity.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "competitive" with "competent," which means skilled or capable.

Example Sentences

Is your school very competitive in sports this year ?
She joined a competitive sports team to improve her skills .
The job market is not very competitive right now .
The job market is very competitive this year .

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