C1 noun Formal

homopettion

/ˌhoʊmoʊpəˈtɪʃən/

A formal or academic term referring to a state of rivalry or striving between individuals or entities of the same kind or class. It specifically describes the phenomenon of competing for identical resources or status within a homogeneous group.

Examples

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1

There was a palpable sense of homopettion among the siblings as they vied for their parents' approval.

There was a palpable sense of intra-group rivalry among the siblings as they vied for their parents' approval.

2

The homopettion observed in the legal sector ensures that only the most specialized firms survive the market shifts.

The competition between similar firms observed in the legal sector ensures that only the most specialized firms survive the market shifts.

3

I really don't like the homopettion in our book club; it should be about sharing ideas, not outdoing each other.

I really don't like the rivalry between members in our book club; it should be about sharing ideas, not outdoing each other.

Word Family

Noun
homopettion
Verb
homopettite
Adverb
homopetitively
Adjective
homopetitive
Related
homopetitor
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Memory Tip

Think of 'Homo' (same) + 'Petition' (seeking/striving). It’s when people who are the 'same' are 'seeking' the same prize.

Quick Quiz

The ______ between the two identical tech firms led to a rapid decrease in software prices.

Correct!

The correct answer is: homopettion

Examples

1

There was a palpable sense of homopettion among the siblings as they vied for their parents' approval.

everyday

There was a palpable sense of intra-group rivalry among the siblings as they vied for their parents' approval.

2

The homopettion observed in the legal sector ensures that only the most specialized firms survive the market shifts.

formal

The competition between similar firms observed in the legal sector ensures that only the most specialized firms survive the market shifts.

3

I really don't like the homopettion in our book club; it should be about sharing ideas, not outdoing each other.

informal

I really don't like the rivalry between members in our book club; it should be about sharing ideas, not outdoing each other.

4

Biological homopettion occurs when individuals of the same species compete for limited nesting sites during the breeding season.

academic

Intra-species competition occurs when individuals of the same species compete for limited nesting sites during the breeding season.

5

To maintain market share, the company must analyze the homopettion coming from other mid-sized tech startups.

business

To maintain market share, the company must analyze the rivalry from similar mid-sized tech startups.

Word Family

Noun
homopettion
Verb
homopettite
Adverb
homopetitively
Adjective
homopetitive
Related
homopetitor

Common Collocations

fierce homopettion intense rivalry between similar entities
avoid homopettion to prevent internal group conflict or rivalry
resource homopettion competing for the same limited assets
stifle homopettion to suppress rivalry within a group
direct homopettion straightforward rivalry between peers

Common Phrases

spirit of homopettion

the underlying mood of rivalry within a group

fuel homopettion

to increase the level of rivalry among peers

homopettion for status

the act of peers striving for the same rank

Often Confused With

homopettion vs competition

Competition is a general term for any rivalry, while homopettion specifically implies the rivals are of the same type or group.

homopettion vs petition

A petition is a formal written request, whereas homopettion is a state of rivalry (root 'petere' meaning to strive/seek).

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Usage Notes

Homopettion is a high-level, technical term often found in sociological or biological contexts to specify that competition is occurring internally among peers. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless emphasizing the 'sameness' of the competitors.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often misspell it as 'homopetition' or mistake it for a legal term due to the word 'petition' being contained within it.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'Homo' (same) + 'Petition' (seeking/striving). It’s when people who are the 'same' are 'seeking' the same prize.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Greek 'homos' (same) and the Latin 'petitio' (a striving or seeking after).

Grammar Patterns

uncountable noun can be used with the preposition 'among' or 'between' often takes the 'the homopettion of [group]' structure
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Cultural Context

In academic settings, this word is used to distinguish between different types of evolutionary or social pressures.

Quick Quiz

The ______ between the two identical tech firms led to a rapid decrease in software prices.

Correct!

The correct answer is: homopettion

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