emulous

/ˈɛmjələs/
adjective
  1. Wanting to be as good as or better than someone else; motivated by a desire to equal or surpass others.
    • In the competition, the teams were emulous of each other, each striving to win the championship.
    • The young artist was emulous of her mentor's success and worked hard to improve her skills.
    • His emulous nature drove him to study late every night so he could top the class.
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