competitively
/kəmˈpɛt.ɪ.tɪv.li/ IELTSAcademic
adverb
In a way that shows a strong desire to win or do better than others. It can also mean at a lower price, especially in business or sports.
- She plays competitively every weekend.
- We priced the service competitively.
Adinary Nuance
Competitively is stronger than simply “well” or “hard.” It adds the idea of rivalry, pressure, or comparison with others. In business, it often means “at a price that can compete with other offers,” not just “cheap.”
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- mang tính cạnh tranh
- Spanish
- competitivamente
- Chinese
- 有竞争力地
- Japanese
- 競争的に
- Korean
- 경쟁적으로
Etymology
From competitive + -ly. Competitive comes from the Latin root competere, meaning “strive together” or “seek together,” and entered English through French.
Common phrases
priced competitivelycompete competitivelywork competitively
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Frequently asked questions
- Is competitively used more in business or sport?
- It is used in both. In business, it often means a low or attractive price. In sport, it means with a strong will to win.
- What is the difference between competitively and aggressively?
- Competitively means with a desire to win or stay ahead. Aggressively is stronger and can sound more forceful or harsh.
- Can I say competitively priced?
- Yes. It is a very common business phrase. It means the price is good compared with other offers.