rivaling
nounDivide rivaling into syllables:
ri · val · ing
How to pronounce rivaling:
Definition of rivaling:
- rivaling (noun):
- one of two or more striving to reach or obtain something that only one can possess
Synonyms for rivaling:
antagonistic
belligerent
competing
competitive
conflicting
contradicting
contradictory
contrary
opposing
opposite
Antonyms for rivaling:
aiding
assisting
cooperating
disconnecting
giving up
helping
leaving
supporting
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