Contest
Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːntɛst/
Contest (noun)
- an event where people try to win by being the best at something
- a situation where people argue or fight to prove who is right
Examples
- The contest attracted many talented participants.
- Winning the contest requires skill and determination.
Common collocations: enter a contest, win a contest, contest rules, legal contest, contest a claim
Contest (verb)
- to try to win or achieve something by competing
- to argue against a decision or statement
Examples
- They decided to contest for the championship title.
- Several teams will contest for the trophy.