Rival Definition & Meaning
rival
- noun
- the contestant you hope to defeat; "he had respect for his rivals"; "he wanted to know what the competition was doing"
- verb
- be equal to in quality or ability; "Nothing can rival cotton for durability"; "Your performance doesn't even touch that of your colleagues"; "Her persistence and ambition only matches that of her parents"
- be the rival of, be in competition with; "we are rivaling for first place in the race"
"Rival" in song lyrics
See how rival is used in real songs:
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"The block gang was my rival"
2nd II None — Intro -
"vital vinyl ricital title idle no rival"
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"Number with the game, survival of a rival"
Bizzy Bone f/ Young Droop — Wit a $20 Dolla Bill
Words that rhyme with rival
Usage tips for "rival"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "rival" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for rival to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does rival mean?
- the contestant you hope to defeat; "he had respect for his rivals"; "he wanted to know what the competition was doing" be equal to in quality or ability; "Nothing can rival cotton for durability"; "Your performance doesn't even touch that of your colleagues"; "Her persistence and ambition only matches that of her parents" be the rival of, be in competition with; "we are rivaling for first place in the race"
- What part of speech is rival?
- Rival is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does rival have?
- Rival has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).