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    Reñida (en. Tight)

    /reˈɲiða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    In conflict or dispute.
    The fight was very disputed between both teams.
    La pelea fue muy reñida entre ambos equipos.
    Conducted with great intensity or making great effort.
    The race was disputed until the last moment.
    La carrera fue reñida hasta el último instante.
    Leading to an uncertain and disputed outcome.
    The game ended with a close score.
    El partido terminó con un marcador reñido.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to quarrel', which comes from the Latin 'renīre', meaning 'to argue' or 'to fight'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a disputed fight
    a very intense discussion or conflict.
    una pelea reñida
    a disputed competition
    a competition where there is no clear winner.
    una competencia reñida
    although it may seem disputed
    although it may seem that there is a conflict.
    aunque parezca reñida

    Related Words

    to quarrel
    To discuss or fight.
    reñir
    rivalry
    Competition between two or more parties.
    rivalidad
    contention
    Conflict or dispute.
    contienda

    Slang Meanings

    In a sports context, referring to a very contested match.
    The classic was a disputed battle, really exciting.
    El clásico fue una batalla reñida, realmente emocionante.
    To talk about a discussion in exaggerated terms.
    The argument has become disputed, no one is willing to give in.
    La discusión ya se volvió reñida, no hay quien ceda.