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Meaning of challenge

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

challenge

Pronunciation:/ˈtʃæl.əndʒ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A confrontation; a dare.

  2. A difficult task, especially one that the person making the attempt finds more enjoyable because of that difficulty.

  3. A procedure or action.

  4. The opening and crying of hounds at first finding the scent of their game.

verb

Definitions

  1. To invite (someone) to take part in a competition.

    Example: We challenged the boys next door to a game of football.

  2. To dare (someone).

  3. To dispute (something).

    Example: to challenge the accuracy of a statement or of a quotation

  4. To make a formal objection to a juror.