Rival meaning in English

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Definition

a rival: an adversary, a competitor, an opponent, an antagonist noun
a rivalry: a sense of competition, a jealousy noun

Examples

  • "Their young German star, Hans Kuper, was suspended by the club for insulting the kangaroo mascot of a rival team. Kuper was angry because the kangaroo apparently mocked him."
  • "Jones is expected in court this morning to hear charges against him and he denies claims that he passed on top secret information to perfume rivals Kalvin Krime and Grevlon."
  • "Jones is expected in court this morning to hear charges against him. He vehemently denies claims that he passed on top secret information to perfume rivals Kalvin Krime and Grevlon."
Exercise 1
True or false? According to Jeff and Rob, there is an intense rivalry between New Zealanders and Australians.
True or false? According to Jeff and Rob, there is an intense rivalry between New Zealanders and Australians.
This statement is not true.
This statement is false. When Brent asks Jeff and Rob if there is animosity between them, each of them replies that there is none. Both guests say that there are no problems between them, and that the other is "cool" and "alright". A "rivalry" describes a competition or natural enmity between people, countries, etc.
Exercise 2
Dr. Badguy mentions a business acquaintance

Which of the following is the best definition of a "business acquaintance"?
Dr. Badguy mentions a business acquaintance

Which of the following is the best definition of a "business acquaintance"?
An "acquaintance" is simply someone one knows. The relationship cannot be considered a friendship because it is not intimate enough. A "business acquaintance" is a professional contact.
An "acquaintance" is not a partner. The term "acquaintance" simply describes someone one knows, or a contact.
A "customer" is a client or patron, someone who purchases services or goods. An acquaintance is simply someone one knows.
An "acquaintance" is not a consultant. An acquaintance is simply someone one knows.
A "rival" is a competitor or an opponent of some sort. A business rival often competes in the same field or market as another. An acquaintance is simply someone one knows.

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