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competitive Antonyms

Opposite of competitive

Because the opposite of competitive shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Relating to or characterized by rivalry in which two or more parties strive for a common goal that cannot be shared.

Usage Example

"Graduating students face a highly noncompetitive job market in the technology sector."

Strongest
noncompetitive
cooperative
collaborative

• adjective (Context 2)

Having a strong desire to win or be more successful than others.

Usage Example

"She is a naturally unambitious athlete who trains tirelessly to improve her personal record."

Strongest
unambitious
Strong
apathetic
passive
easygoing

• adjective (Context 3)

As good as or better than others of a comparable nature, especially regarding prices, quality, or commercial terms.

Usage Example

"The local bookstore remains popular by offering uncompetitive prices and knowledgeable service."

Strongest
uncompetitive
Strong
inferior
overpriced
exorbitant

Similar words to competitive

Words similar to competitive shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

ambitious
driven
cutthroat
dog-eat-dog
reasonable
fair
enterprising
comparable
See all synonyms of competitive

• Nearby Words

competent
competently
competition
competitive
competitively
competitiveness
competitor

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Competitive. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/competitive
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