In a manner that involves rivalry or striving to outperform others. Done with the goal of winning or achieving superiority in comparison to competitors.
From Latin 'competere' (to strive together, seek together) formed from 'com-' (together) and 'petere' (to seek). The adverbial form developed through French influence in the 14th century, with the modern competitive sense emerging in the 19th century.
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