Pronunciation

/chəˈmæn/

Definitions

Noun

• A person who is recognized as having superior skill or ability in a particular field or competition: The tennis champion won the gold medal.
• A title or rank given to someone who excels in a sport or competition: She holds the world chess champion title.
• A supporter or defender of something: The environmental movement has many champions.

Verb

• To become the winner or best performer in a contest or competition: He will be crowned the new champion after the final match.
• To advocate or support someone or something vigorously: She is a champion of women’s rights.

Phrases

• “Champion a cause” means to actively promote or defend it.
• “Champion the underdog” refers to supporting someone who is at a disadvantage.
• “World champion” is a widely recognized title for top performers in their field.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The Olympic champion returned home to a hero’s welcome.”
• Verb: “He is a champion of renewable energy, tirelessly advocating for its adoption.”
• As a verb: “She will champion her team’s efforts to win the championship.”

Synonyms

• Winner
• victor
• laureate
• leader
• supporter
• advocate
• promoter
• protector

Antonyms

• Loser
• defeat
• opponent
• critic
• detractor
• opponent
• suppressor (in the context of opposing a cause)