noun

champion

CHAM-pee-uhn

noun

The winner of a competition, especially the current title-holder.

"She became the world champion after three grueling rounds."

"The reigning champion defended his title against a tough challenger."

A person who strongly supports or fights for a cause.

"She has long been a champion of affordable housing in the city."

verb

To actively support, promote, or advocate for something.

"The senator championed reforms to the healthcare system."

adj

Excellent or first-rate.

"That was a champion effort from the whole team."

How to Use Champion

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone (or something) that wins, or a person who fights for or actively supports a cause.

Common pairings

defending champion champion a cause world champion

championed past tense, champions plural, champions singular

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She became the world _____ after three grueling rounds.

From Old French champion, from Medieval Latin campio ("combatant in single combat"), ultimately from Latin campus ("field," as in a battlefield).

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