1. A contest or rivalry between people or teams that is conducted in a good-natured manner without hostility or serious intent to harm
The two neighbors engaged in friendly competition over who could grow the best garden.
Os dois vizinhos participaram de uma competição amigável para ver quem conseguia cultivar o melhor jardim.
2. A game or match played primarily for enjoyment and social interaction rather than for professional gain or prestige
We organized a friendly competition between departments to boost team morale.
Organizamos uma competição amigável entre departamentos para melhorar o moral do time.