Definitions

1. adjective

feeling or showing a rivalry or desire to excel or outdo others

“She was an emulous student who constantly sought to outdo her peers.”

2. noun

a person who feels or shows a rivalry or desire to excel or outdo others

“The emulous competitor pushed herself to reach new heights in the marathon.”

3. verb

to feel or show a rivalry or desire to excel or outdo others

“The athletes emulously trained to prepare for the championships.”