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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The first round of voting on April 12 featured a record 35 candidates vying for the presidency, with Fujimori ultimately gaining 17.1 percent of the vote, while runner-up Pedro Sanchez captured 12 percent.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

The Bruins are vying for a fourth consecutive team title.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

The latest is Wes Streeting, former health secretary vying to replace Mr. Starmer as party leader and Prime Minister.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Actors Bryan Cranston, Paul Rudd and Ryan Reynolds were among several celebrity cameos who came out vying for the honour, only to be told they did not make the cut.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The whole school felt like it'd crammed into the space, all vying for a malyysvit.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

vying

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