one-upmanship

• Substantivo que designa a prática ou a atitude de tentar superar os outros, especialmente amigos ou rivais, demonstrando superioridade ou maior sucesso.

A noun referring to the practice or skill of trying to gain an advantage over others, especially friends or rivals, by appearing superior or more successful.

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1. Competitive one-upmanshipC1informal

   The art or practice of outdoing or surpassing someone else, especially in a competitive or social context.

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   • Their conversation was full of one-upmanship about their travel experiences.
   • He engaged in a game of one-upmanship with his colleague over who had the better car.
   • One-upmanship can damage friendships if taken too far.

   Sinônimoscompetitionrivalry