The word "corivalry" is spelled with a "c", not a "k", because it comes from the Latin word "corivalis", meaning "rival". The "o" is pronounced like the "o" in "hot" and the "i" is pronounced like the "i" in "fit". The stress is on the second syllable, so it is pronounced as " KOH-ruh-vuh l-ree ". This word refers to competition between two or more individuals or groups who have equal abilities or status.