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rivaling
noun
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Divide 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:

belligerentoppositecontrarycompetitivecontradictoryantagonisticcontradicting

Antonyms for rivaling:

leavinghelpingsupporting

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