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rivalidad

rivalry

noun rreh-bah-lee-DAHD Rare
People & Society Relationships

Origin: From Latin rivalitas, from rivalis (one who shares the same stream, a competitor).

Usage Note

Rivalidad is the sustained competition or antagonism between individuals, teams, or groups (rivalidad deportiva = sporting rivalry). It implies an ongoing relationship of competition rather than a single contest. The related noun rival is identical in form to its English cognate. Rivalidad is usually followed by entre when specifying the parties involved.

Examples

"La rivalidad entre los dos equipos es histórica."

Natural Translation

The rivalry between the two teams is historic.

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