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competitively

/kəmˈpɛt.ɪ.tɪv.li/
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Adjective:competitive
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• adverb

1

In a manner driven by a strong desire to win, succeed, or surpass others, or within an organized contest.

Example

"She began swimming competitively at the age of ten and later qualified for the national team."

2

In a way that compares favorably with rivals in terms of price, quality, or commercial value.

Example

"Because the new software is competitively priced, it has quickly gained market share among small businesses."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Competitively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/competitively
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