championship

noun

cham·​pi·​on·​ship ˈcham-pē-ən-ˌship How to pronounce championship (audio)
Synonyms of championshipnext
1
: designation as champion
2
: the act of championing : defense
his championship of freedom of speech
3
: a contest held to determine a champion

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The team hasn't won a championship in 30 years. the Yankees have won the championship many times
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The separation between Texas’ great squads and championship level programs can be daunting. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2026 Vasseur did not wish to discuss the possible final 2026 championship outlook, saying his attention was purely on present performance and taking steps; focus on the process, not the outcome. — Luke Smith, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 Female athletes and advocates say even one male competitor can displace girls, alter a state championship and affect college or NIL opportunities. — Alejandro Avila , Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026 The Golden Bears haven’t delivered an eight-win season since 2009, an outright conference title since 1958 or a national championship since 1937. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for championship

Word History

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of championship was in 1791

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championship

noun
cham·​pi·​on·​ship ˈcham-pē-ən-ˌship How to pronounce championship (audio)
1
: the act of defending as a champion
2
: the position or title of champion
3
: a contest held to find a champion
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