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rivalry

The correct spelling is rivalry.

How to pronounce rivalry

/ˈɹaɪ.vəl.ɹi/
noun

IPA: /ˈɹaɪ.vəl.ɹi/

Say it like: Riv-alr-ee

The correct spelling is rivalry. An ongoing relationship between (usually two) rivals who compete for superiority. For example: "James and Polly have a bitter rivalry due to the latter's inclusion in the Tea Time Teaser."

Usage Examples

James and Polly have a bitter rivalry due to the latter's inclusion in the Tea Time Teaser.

Common goods are those which are rivalrous in consumption but non-excludable

Binocular rivalry is a visual phenomenon in which perception alternates between different images presented to each eye.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.An ongoing relationship between (usually two) rivals who compete for superiority.
  2. 2.The characteristic of being a rivalrous good, such that it can be consumed or used by only one person at a time.
  3. 3.Any competition between two or more things or factors.

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