con
tend
Third Person
contends
Present Participle
contending
Past Tense
contended
Past Participle
contended
1
to compete actively or fight against others for a goal or victory
- Teams from all over the country will contend for the championship title this weekend.
- Several athletes contended for the gold medal in the marathon.
- Two companies contended for the lucrative government contract.
- The fighters contended in the ring for a chance at the world title.
- The chefs contended for the top prize on the reality cooking show.
2
to engage in a struggle, conflict, or battle
- The two boxers will contend in the championship match, vying for the title with determination and skill.
- Rival gangs in the city often contend over territory, leading to conflicts and confrontations.
- Siblings may contend over inheritance, leading to disputes and disagreements about the distribution of assets.
- He contends with rivals daily in the competitive tech industry.
3
to argue the truth of something
transitive
- The lawyer contended that her client was innocent based on new evidence presented in court.
- He contended that climate change poses a serious threat to global ecosystems.
- The historian contended that the ancient civilization was more advanced than previously believed.
- Scientists contend that vaccination is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
- The politician contended that economic reforms would lead to greater prosperity for all citizens.
Synonyms:
4
to engage in a debate or argument by presenting opposing views
- The panelists contended fiercely over the topic of climate change.
- During the trial, the lawyers contended over the interpretation of the evidence.
- The scientists contended in academic journals over the validity of the new theory.
- Politicians often contend during debates to gain the public’s favor.
- The committee members contended late into the night about budget allocations.
5
to argue or dispute about something
transitive
- The two neighbors contended the property boundary in court.
- Activists contended the government's decision to build on protected land.
- The heirs contended the terms of the will, claiming it was unfairly written.
- Environmental groups contended the developer's right to clear the forest.
- They contended the election results, citing allegations of fraud.