This is the 252nd most frequent Portuguese word.
competição
The act or process of competing; rivalry between individuals or groups.
Here, 'competição' refers to a competitive event or contest.
A competição de natação acontecerá no próximo mês.
The swimming competition will take place next month.
In this case, 'competição' denotes rivalry or contention in a figurative sense.
A competição no mercado de trabalho é acirrada.
The competition in the job market is fierce.
Here, 'competição' is used to describe a constructive or encouraging rivalry.