Definition of Contest
Contest
con·test
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A competition or rivalry to achieve something.
e.g. The two teams will contest the championship title this weekend.
(verb)
to disagree with and oppose an action on the basis that it is unfair, unreasonable or unlawful, and try to have it changed or reversed;
e.g. I would definitely contest the results, as the way they came about seems suspicious.
(verb)
to engage in a competition to win or get a position of power;
e.g. In class, she announced her intention to contest the student council presidency.
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