rivalry

Definitions

Competition for the same objective or for superiority in the same field.

A state or situation in which people or groups are competing with each other.

Examples

The long-standing rivalry between the two schools reached its peak during the annual football championship.

Despite their intense professional rivalry, the two scientists often collaborated on groundbreaking research projects.

Synonyms

competition contention conflict feud opposition emulation strife

Antonyms

cooperation collaboration harmony accord alliance unity friendship