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contest

 

[ ˈkɒntɛst ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

competition

A competition in which people or teams compete against each other to win a prize.

Synonyms

challenge, competition, match, tournament

Examples of usage

  • Her painting won first place in the art contest.
  • The spelling bee was a fierce contest among the students.
  • The contest for the presidency was intense and closely watched.
  • The contest for the best costume was judged by the audience.
  • The contest was held in the local park.
Context #2 | Verb

competing

To take part in a competition or rivalry.

Synonyms

challenge, compete, rival, vie

Examples of usage

  • Many athletes will contest in the upcoming tournament.
  • She decided to contest for the position of team captain.
  • The two companies are currently contesting for the top spot in the market.
  • He will contest in the race despite his injury.

Translations

Translations of the word "contest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 concurso

🇮🇳 प्रतियोगिता

🇩🇪 Wettbewerb

🇮🇩 kontes

🇺🇦 конкурс

🇵🇱 konkurs

🇯🇵 コンテスト (kontesuto)

🇫🇷 concours

🇪🇸 concurso

🇹🇷 yarışma

🇰🇷 대회 (daehoe)

🇸🇦 مسابقة (musabaqa)

🇨🇿 soutěž

🇸🇰 súťaž

🇨🇳 比赛 (bǐsài)

🇸🇮 tekmovanje

🇮🇸 keppni

🇰🇿 байқау

🇬🇪 კონკურსი (konkursi)

🇦🇿 müsabiqə

🇲🇽 concurso

Word origin

The word 'contest' originates from the Latin word 'contestari', which means 'to call to witness'. Over time, the word evolved to represent a competition or rivalry in which individuals or teams compete against each other. The concept of contests has been prevalent in various cultures throughout history, often used as a way to showcase skills, talents, or strength. Contests can range from sporting events to academic competitions, serving as a way to determine a winner through skill or merit.

See also: contestant, contestants, contested, incontestable, incontestably, uncontested.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,321, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.