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Meaning of vied
The primary meaning of "vied" is to compete or contest with someone for something.
Etymology of vied
The word "vied" originates from the Old French "envier", meaning "to rival" or "to envy", which is derived from the Latin "invigilare", meaning "to watch over" or "to be vigilant"
Historically, the word has been used to describe competitive or rivalrous situations, often with connotations of intensity or determination
Synonyms
competed
contested
rivaled
emulated
imitated
copied
matched
equaled
surpassed
outdone
outrun
outshone
outclassed
outperformed
outplayed
outmaneuvered
overtook
overcame
overpowered
overwhelmed
dominated
conquered
defeated
vanquished
bested
eclipsed
overshadowed
transcended
excelled
surpassed
outstripped
Definitions
- The past tense of "vie", which means to compete or contest with someone for something, typically in a vigorous or determined manner
- To strive or struggle for superiority or victory, often in a competitive or adversarial context
Usage Examples
- The companies vied for control of the market, each trying to outdo the other in terms of price and quality
- The athletes vied for the top spot on the podium, pushing themselves to their limits in the final stretch
- The politicians vied for the attention of the voters, making promises and speeches in an effort to win their support