champion

/t‍ʃˈæmpi‍ən/

/ˈtʃæmpiən/

[noun] [verb] [adjective]

Champion

[NOUN]

the winner of a competition

synonyms : champ

title-holder

someone who fights for a cause

synonyms : fighter

hero

paladin

a person who backs a politician or a team etc.

synonyms : admirer

someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

synonyms : ace

to champion

MAIN VERB

protect or fight for as a champion

synonyms : defend

champion

[ADJECTIVE]

holding first place in a contest

synonyms : prizewinning

Examples

1. The final game of the season will determine the champion.

2. The champion boxer tookhis opponent to the cleaners in the ring, winning the fight in the first round.

3. The young athlete is giving the experienced champion a run for his money in the tournament.

4. She held the title of world champion for three years.

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