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Rivalin

rival (female), competitor

noun ri-VAH-lin Rare
People & Society Relationships

Origin: from Latin 'rivalis' (sharing a stream)

Usage Note

Rivalin is the feminine form of Rivale. It is used in social, professional, and romantic contexts to describe a woman who competes for the same goal, position, or person. The masculine Rivale and feminine Rivalin are both commonly used.

Examples

"Sie betrachtete ihre Kollegin heimlich als ihre größte Rivalin."

Natural Translation

She secretly regarded her colleague as her greatest rival.

Literal Translation

She regarded her colleague secretly as her greatest rival.

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