Contest

/ˈkɒn.tɛst/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A competition between individuals or groups for a prize or recognition.

She entered the singing contest hoping to win a scholarship.

A dispute or argument over something.

There was a contest over the ownership of the land.

verb

To compete for something or to engage in a challenge.

He plans to contest the election next year.

To argue or dispute something, especially in a formal way.

The lawyer decided to contest the evidence presented in court.

From Latin 'contestare', from 'con-' (together) + 'testari' (to bear witness).

beauty contest

A competition to determine the most beautiful person.

contest of wills

A situation where two or more parties try to outmaneuver each other.

in contest

In a state of competition.

competitor

A person who takes part in a contest.

challenge

A call to take part in a contest or competition.

winner

A person or thing that wins a contest.

Throwdown

It's going to be a real throwdown at the dance contest this weekend.

Face-off

The face-off between the two contestants was epic.