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Synonyms & Similar Words
disputing
challenging
questioning
opposing
resisting
debating
arguing
combating
fighting
struggling
competing
rivaling
vying
contending
quarreling
bickering
sparring
clashing
conflicting
disagreeing
differing
demurring
protesting
objecting
dissenting
disagreeing
refuting
denying
repudiating
rejecting
disclaiming
gainsaying
contravening
counteracting
Meaning of Contesting
The primary meaning of the word "Contesting" is the act of challenging or disputing something.
Definitions
- The act of challenging or disputing something, especially a claim or an authority
- * The act of competing or taking part in a competition
- * A formal dispute or argument, especially one conducted in a court of law
Etymology of Contesting
The word "Contesting" originates from the Old French word "contester", which is derived from the Latin words "con" (together) and "testari" (to witness), and the Latin word "contestari" (to call to witness, to invoke)
Historically, the word "Contesting" has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of challenging or disputing something, and its meaning has evolved over time to include various forms of competition and dispute resolution
Example Uses
- The company is contesting the government's decision to revoke their license
- * The two teams are contesting the championship title
- * The lawyer is contesting the validity of the will
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
accepting
agreeing
acquiescing
conceding
surrendering
yielding
complying
cooperating
collaborating
supporting
endorsing
approving
ratifying
confirming
validating
verifying
affirming
assenting
concurring
acceding