challenged
Pronunciation:
/ˈtʃæl.əndʒd/verb
Definitions
To invite (someone) to take part in a competition.
Example: We challenged the boys next door to a game of football.
To dare (someone).
To dispute (something).
Example: to challenge the accuracy of a statement or of a quotation
To make a formal objection to a juror.
adjective
Definitions
Lacking some physical or mental attribute or skill ; used after adverbs to make politically correct adjectives.
Example: mentally challenged
Used following adverbs to make adjectives in imitation of and mocking adjectives of this kind.
Example: vertically challenged