verb Uncommon

vie

veye

Vie (verb) means to compete eagerly with others to get or achieve something. Example: “Several companies are vying for the government contract.”

verb

To compete eagerly with others to get or achieve something.

"Several companies are vying for the government contract."

"The two candidates vied for the mayor's endorsement."

How to use vie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo compete hard for something, usually followed by "for."

Common mistake

Always used with "for" (vie for something), not "vie something"; the -ing form is spelled "vying," not "vieing."

Common pairings

vie for attention vie for power vying for

Word forms

vied past tense, vies plural, vies singular

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Etymology

A shortened form of the older word "envy," worn down over time in English usage.

Synonyms

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compete contend

Related words

claim competition struggle debate manage contest argue compete

Rhymes for vie

pie die lie tie sie hie i.e. brie movie eerie moxie bogie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “vie” mean?

The word “vie” means to compete eagerly with others to get or achieve something. In plain terms, to compete hard for something, usually followed by "for.".

How do you pronounce “vie”?

“Vie” is pronounced veye (/vaɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “vie” in a sentence?

Here is “vie” used in a sentence: “The two candidates vied for the mayor's endorsement.”

What part of speech is “vie”?

“Vie” is a verb.

Is “vie” a common word?

“Vie” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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