Definitions

vying

[vahy-ing] / ˈvaɪ ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

comparative

Synonyms

STRONGEST

provisional

STRONG

approaching contingent correlative equivalent like parallel relative

WEAK

allusive analogous by comparison comparable conditional connected contrastive corresponding in proportion matching metaphorical near not absolute not positive qualified related restricted rivaling similar with reservation

Antonyms

STRONG

different dissimilar separate unequal unlike

ADJECTIVE

competitive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aggressive ambitious competing cutthroat

WEAK

antagonistic at odds combative dog-eat-dog emulous killer killer instinct opposing rival streetwise

Antonyms

WEAK

noncompetitive unambitious

ADJECTIVE

rival

Synonyms

STRONGEST

competing

STRONG

battling combatant combating conflicting contending contesting cutthroat disputing emulating equal opposed striving

WEAK

competitive emulous

Antonyms

WEAK

assisting associate supporting

Example Sentences

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It’s clearly vying to be shelved alongside the sententious Stoic self-help books that have become trendy among seekers of meme-able ancient wisdom in recent years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Uncapped seamer Sonny Baker is also in the 12, possibly vying with Gus Atkinson for the final spot in the team.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Democratic and Republican candidates vying to replace Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom have been sparring on televised debates and exchanging campaign attacks since April to garner the attention of voters statewide.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Now he’s vying to be the first homeless mayor of a city overwhelmed by vagrancy, disorder and crime.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Taisin edged past Niran to take a closer look, curiosity vying with aversion.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo

vying

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