Compete
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To strive to gain or win something by defeating or establishing superiority over others. It involves participating in a contest or rivalry.
“Athletes from around the world compete in the Olympic Games.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/kəm.ˈpiːt/
Syllables
com·pete
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Wordle
Contains -ETE ending; watch for the COMP- opening pattern
Scrabble
Worth 13 points; sports and business term with strong usage
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