Pronunciation: /ˈtʃæmpiən/

Definitions of champion

noun a person who has defeated or surpassed all rivals in a competition, especially in sports

Example Sentences

A1 She is the champion of the spelling bee.

A2 The champion of the race crossed the finish line first.

B1 He was crowned champion of the tennis tournament.

B2 The team's star player is considered a champion in the sport.

C1 The reigning champion defended their title successfully.

C2 The champion's dedication and skill are unmatched in the field.

verb to support, defend, or fight for as a champion

Example Sentences

A1 She champions for animal rights in her community.

A2 He champions the cause of equality for all people.

B1 The organization champions sustainable practices in the industry.

B2 The athlete champions for better treatment of athletes in the sport.

C1 The politician champions for policy changes to benefit the environment.

C2 The activist champions for human rights on a global scale.

Examples of champion in a Sentence

formal The champion of the competition will be awarded a trophy.

informal I heard Sarah is the reigning champion of the tennis tournament.

slang That guy is a total champ on the basketball court.

figurative She was a champion for human rights in her community.

Grammatical Forms of champion

past tense

championed

plural

champions

comparative

more champion

superlative

most champion

present tense

champions

future tense

will champion

perfect tense

have championed

continuous tense

is championing

singular

champion

positive degree

champion

infinitive

to champion

gerund

championing

participle

championed

Origin and Evolution of champion

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'champion' originated from the Old French word 'champion' which meant 'combatant, warrior'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'champion' expanded to refer to a winner or a defender of a cause, not just in a physical combat sense. The word has also come to represent someone who excels in their field or profession.