How to pronounce contend?
contend
verb
How to pronounce contend?
The word contend sounds like con-tend
/kən'tɛnd/
What is the definition of contend?
verbbe engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
Examples
- Militant groups are contending for control of the country
verbhave an argument about something
verbmaintain or assert
Examples
- He contended that Communism had no future
verbsucceed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available
verbcompete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others
verbto make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation
What is the definition of the word 'contend'?
- To strive or struggle in opposition
- To assert or maintain earnestly
- To compete
What part of speech is the word 'contend'?
- Verb
What is the origin of the word 'contend'?
- Middle English 'contenden', from Latin 'contendere', from 'com-' (together) + 'tendere' (to stretch)
What are some synonyms of the word 'contend'?
- Fight
- Argue
- Compete
- Struggle
- Maintain
- Assert
- Battle
- Oppose
What are some antonyms of the word 'contend'?
- Agree
- Concede
- Yield
- Surrender
How is the word 'contend' used in a sentence?
- He contended with his opponent for the championship.
- She contended that her ideas were valid.
- The teams will contend in the final match.
What is the present participle form of the word 'contend'?
- Contending
What is the past tense form of the word 'contend'?
- Contended
What is the past participle form of the word 'contend'?
- Contended
What is the ing form of the word 'contend'?
- Contending
