champion
/ˈtʃæmpiən/
noun
- 1
An ongoing winner in a game or contest.
“The defending champion is expected to defeat his challenger.”
- 2
Someone who is chosen to represent a group of people in a contest.
“Barcelona is eligible to play in FIFA Club World Cup as the champion of Europe.”
- 3
Someone who fights for a cause or status.
“champion of women's suffrage”
- 4
Someone who fights on another's behalf.
“champion of the poor”
Synonyms
verb
- 1
To promote, advocate, or act as a champion for (a cause, etc.).
- 2
To challenge.
adjective
- 1
Acting as a champion; that has defeated all one's competitors.
- 2
Excellent; beyond compare.
- 3
(predicative) Excellent; brilliant; superb; deserving of high praise.
“"That rollercoaster was champion," laughed Vinny.”
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