Basic Details
Word: Competitively
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a way that is eager to win or as good as others in a contest.
Synonyms: Aggressively, contentiously, combatively
Antonyms: Peacefully, cooperatively, nonchalantly
Idioms and Phrases
- Compete like a dog: To compete very fiercely and aggressively. Example: "The athletes competed like dogs during the finals, each wanting to win the gold."
- In it to win it: To participate in something with the intention to succeed. Example: "They were in it to win it, putting all their effort into the competition."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The students worked competitively during the spelling bee, trying their best to score higher than each other.
Example 2: At the sports day, the teams played competitively, aiming to take home the trophy.
Example 3: She prepared for the exams competitively, studying late into the night to get the best grades.
Fun Fact
The word "compete" comes from the Latin word "competere," which means "to strive together." Initially, it implied working together but has evolved to mean striving against others in a contest.
Famous Quote
"Competition makes us faster; collaboration makes us better." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "competitively" mean?
a) In a relaxed manner
b) Eager to win
c) When working together
d) Not caring at all
Answer: b) Eager to win
2. Which of these is a synonym of "competitively"?
a) Peacefully
b) Aggressively
c) Joyfully
d) Quietly
Answer: b) Aggressively
3. Which sentence uses "competitively" correctly?
a) She sang her song competitively.
b) They played competitively in the final match.
c) The cat acted competitively with her toys.
d) He read his book competitively.
Answer: b) They played competitively in the final match.
4. Which idiom means competing fiercely?
a) In it to win it
b) Compete like a dog
c) A piece of cake
d) Cat's paw
Answer: b) Compete like a dog
5. What is the opposite of "competitively"?
a) Eagerly
b) Peacefully
c) Aggressively
d) Actively
Answer: b) Peacefully
