championship

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Sports

n. the position or title of being the champion.

n. the state or status of being a champion; the title held by a winner.

“After years of training, she finally won the heavy-weight championship.”

“The team successfully defended their championship for the third consecutive year, cementing their legacy as one of the greatest in the league's history.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal

n. the act of supporting or defending a particular idea or person.

n. the act of defending or supporting a cause, person, or principle. Uncountable in this abstract sense.

“Her championship of human rights earned her a global reputation.”

“The senator's lifelong championship of environmental protection led to the passage of several landmark pieces of legislation.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports British English

n. a specific professional league, especially the second-highest level of football in England.

n. a specific division within a professional sports league hierarchy, most notably the second tier of the English football league system.

“His team was promoted from the Championship to the Premier League.”

“The Championship is often cited as one of the most physically demanding and unpredictable football leagues in Europe.”