Definition of Compete

1. Verb. Compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others.

Exact synonyms: Contend, Vie
Specialized synonyms: Go For, Try For, Play, Run Off, Race, Run, Rival, Emulate, Equal, Match, Rival, Touch
Derivative terms: Competition, Competitive, Competitor, Competitory, Contender, Contention

Definition of Compete

1. v. i. To contend emulously; to seek or strive for the same thing, position, or reward for which another is striving; to contend in rivalry, as for a prize or in business; as, tradesmen compete with one another.

Definition of Compete

1. to vie [v -PETED, -PETING, -PETES] - See also: vie

Lexicographical Neighbors of Compete

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compensatory hypertrophy of the heart
compensatory pause
compensatory polycythemia
compensatory spending
compensatory time
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