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contend
[kuhn-tend]
verb (used without object)
to struggle in opposition.
to contend with the enemy for control of the port.
Synonyms: , , ,to strive in rivalry; compete; vie.
to contend for first prize.
to strive in debate; dispute earnestly.
to contend against falsehood.
Synonyms: ,Antonyms:
verb (used with object)
to assert or maintain earnestly.
He contended that taxes were too high.
Synonyms: ,
contend
/ °ģɲŌĖ³ŁÉ²Ō»å /
verb
to struggle in rivalry, battle, etc; vie
to argue earnestly; debate
(tr; may take a clause as object) to assert or maintain
Other 51³Ō¹Ļ Forms
- contender noun
- contendingly adverb
- noncontending adjective
- precontend verb (used without object)
- recontend verb (used without object)
- uncontended adjective
- uncontending adjective
- ³¦“Ē²ŌĖ³Ł±š²Ō»å±š°ł noun
- ³¦“Ē²ŌĖ³Ł±š²Ō»å¾±²Ō²µ±ō²ā adverb
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
Origin of contend1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Among the chief sticking points in the talks is staffing levels, with the union contending that a staffing shortage has hurt service and working conditions.
The suit contends PAMAās leases attempt to invalidate rights guaranteed under law, including the opportunity to sue and make repairs the landlord neglected and deduct these costs from the rent.
They also contend that journalists from newer outlets or those who primarily post on social media act in adversarial or confrontational ways toward officers.
They called Midjourney a āquintessential copyright free-rider and a bottomless pit of plagiarism,ā and contend that the company uses its images featuring copyrighted characters to market and promote its service.
Kousser contends that Newsom, in a presidential campaign, will be held responsible for all of Californiaās shortcomings, regardless of whether he stood up to Trumpās immigration raids.
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