Simple meaning
What does Rival mean?
Rival means someone you compete with.
Dictionary definition
A person or group you compete against.
Example sentences
Rival in a sentence
easy
The story used rival in an important scene.
medium
In class, we discussed how rival changed the character's choices.
hard
The passage shows how rival can shape the conflict and outcome of an adventure.
Synonyms
Words like Rival
actionUse for what someone does in a situation.
meaningUse for understanding in reading context.
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Word family
Rival word family
Base word
rival
noun
rival
Base form.
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