vie
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /vaɪ/
KK: /vaɪ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To compete with others in order to achieve something or to be the best.
Example
The two teams will vie for the championship title this season.
Tense Forms
Past: vied
Past Participle: vied
Conversation
Did you hear about the upcoming tournament?
Yes! Everyone will vie for the top spot this year.
I really hope I can vie with the best players.
You can do it! Just practice a bit more before the big day.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
compete
contend
strive
Antonyms
yield
submit
relinquish
transitive verb
Definition
To compete with others in order to achieve something or to win.
Example
The two teams will vie for the championship title this weekend.
Tense Forms
Past: vied
Past Participle: vied
Conversation
Did you see how the teams vie for the championship every year?
Yeah, it's always so intense to watch!
I really love how they vie for the top spot.
Root Explanation
**Vie** → The word 'vie' comes from Old French 'vier' (meaning to strive or contend). It refers to the act of competing or striving for something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'striving' or 'contending' for something — that's what 'vie' means.
Visually Confused Words
vive
vise
vire
vine
vile
vice
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