1. eager to equal or surpass another; characterized by rivalry or competition
Usage: formal
2. seeking to imitate or copy someone admired
Usage: formal

Examples

• The young artist was emulous of the master’s technique.
• Emulous students competed fiercely for the scholarship.
• Her emulous nature drove her to excel in every subject.
• The company’s emulous approach helped it match its competitor’s success.
• He was emulous of his older brother’s achievements.
• The emulous rivalry between the two teams intensified each season.