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rivalrous

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ri·val·rous  (rvl-rs)
adj.
Characterized by or given to rivalry or competition.
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Adj.1.rivalrous - eager to surpass others
emulous
competitive, competitory - involving competition or competitiveness; "competitive games"; "to improve one's competitive position"
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