Championship — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈcham-pē-ən-ˌship/ cham·pi·on·ship

Meaning & Definition of Championship

Championship (noun)

  1. designation as champion
  2. the act of championing, defense
  3. a contest held to determine a champion

Championship (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the position occupied by the one who comes in first in a competition

    "the Yankees have won the championship many times"

    similar: crown, title

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Championship

The most common words with a similar meaning to Championship:

Origin & Etymology of Championship

First known use: 1791

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Championship

Frequently Asked Questions about Championship

What does "Championship" mean?

"Championship" means designation as champion. As a noun, it is defined as: designation as champion.

What is another word for "Championship"?

Other words for "Championship" include crown and title. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Championship" you intend.

How do you use "Championship" in a sentence?

Examples of "Championship" in a sentence: "the Yankees have won the championship many times".

Is "Championship" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Championship" is a noun.

Is "Championship" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Championship" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Championship"?

"Championship" is pronounced /ˈcham-pē-ən-ˌship/ and divided into syllables as cham·pi·on·ship.

What is the origin of the word "Championship"?

First known use: 1791.

What is another word for "Championship" meaning "the position occupied by the one who comes in first in a competition"?

When "Championship" (noun) means the position occupied by the one who comes in first in a competition, synonyms include crown and title.