contend

[kənˈtɛnd]

contend Definition

• 1. to compete against someone to try to win something
• 2. to argue or state that something is true
• 3. to struggle in opposition

Using contend: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "contend" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The two teams will contend for the championship title next week.

• Example

  She contends that the company's policies are discriminatory.

• Example

  The protesters contended with the police for hours.

• Example

  He had to contend with a difficult boss at work.

• Example

  The athletes contended fiercely for the gold medal.

contend Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for contend

• compete
• vie
• fight
• argue
• assert

Antonyms for contend

• concede
• yield

Phrases with contend

• contend with

  to have to deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation

  Example

  The company had to contend with a sudden drop in sales.

• contend for

  to compete against others to try to win something

  Example

  The two candidates are contending for the governorship.

• contend against

  to struggle or fight against someone or something

  Example

  The army had to contend against harsh weather conditions during the mission.

Origins of contend

from Latin 'contendere', meaning 'to stretch tight'

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Summary: contend in Brief

The verb 'contend' [kənˈtɛnd] has three main meanings: to compete against someone, to argue or state that something is true, and to struggle in opposition. It can be used in various contexts, such as sports, politics, and work. Examples include 'The two teams will contend for the championship title next week' and 'She contends that the company's policies are discriminatory.' The phrase 'contend with' means to have to deal with a difficult or unpleasant situation.