English Reference
Adverb

competitively

adv. manner
B2 Upper Intermediate US /kəmˈpɛtɪtɪvɫi/ UK /kəmpˈɛtɪtˌɪvli/ com·pet·i·tive·ly

adv.in a way that shows you want to win or be better than others. It can also describe prices that are low enough to be better than what other companies offer.

adv.in a manner that involves or encourages competition. Often describes pricing or performance that is strong enough to rival others in a market or field.


SIMPLE

The two brothers always play games competitively.

CONTEXTUAL

To attract more customers, the new supermarket priced its organic produce very competitively against the local market.

COMPLEX

The firm managed to bid competitively for the government contract by streamlining its supply chain and reducing overhead costs without sacrificing the quality of the materials.

Usage

Typically follows the verb or the direct object it modifies.

The Northern Irishman, who won his second Masters title earlier this season had not played competitively since the Open Championship in July.

BBC News· 16 Aug 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
Updated