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rival
noun
Synonyms and Antonyms of RIVAL
1
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value <a design that is a rival to any produced by a professional graphic artist>
Synonyms coequal, compeer, coordinate, counterpart, equivalent, fellow, like, match, parallel, peer, rival
2
one that takes a position opposite another in a competition or conflict <the boxer's toughest rival thus far>
Related Words equal, match; enemy; archenemy, nemesis; competitor, contestant; bane, bête noire, curse; assailant, attacker, combatant, invader
Near Antonyms accomplice, ally, confederate, partner; advocate, champion, exponent, proponent, supporter, sympathizer
3
one who strives for the same thing as another <the four cities that are the top rivals for the site of the next Olympic Games>
Related Words archrival; finalist, semifinalist; also-ran, entrant, entry, player; adversary, antagonist, opponent
Antonyms noncompetitor
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