competition UK /ˌkɒm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/US /ˌkɑm.pəˈtɪʃ.ən/ noun3 •the effort of people or groups to do better than others who want the same thingThe competition for this job is strong.Several firms are in competition for the contract. •A contest for a prize or award.The newspaper is featuring a competition to win a car. •The competitors in such a contest.The new stain remover was ten times more effective than the competition. formscompetitions