Dictionary

verb

Definitions

1. To contend.

   Example: I will contest for the open seat on the board.

   Synonyms:competecontendgo in for

2. To call into question; to oppose.

   Example: The rival contested the dictator's re-election because of claims of voting irregularities.

   Synonyms:call into questionoppose
   Antonyms:support

3. To strive earnestly to hold or maintain; to struggle to defend.

   Example: The troops contested every inch of ground.

4. To make a subject of litigation; to defend, as a suit; to dispute or resist, as a claim, by course of law.

   Synonyms:controvert