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Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Contended
The primary meaning of the word "Contended" is to argue or dispute something
Definitions
- To argue or dispute something
- * To compete or struggle for something
- * To assert or claim something
Etymology of Contended
The word "Contended" originates from the Old French word "contendre", which is derived from the Latin word "contendere", meaning "to stretch or strive"
Historically, the word has been used to describe a range of competitive or argumentative activities, from physical combat to intellectual debates
Example Uses
- The two politicians contended for the top spot in the election
- * The lawyer contended that her client was innocent
- * The team contended for the championship title
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
agreed
concurred
acquiesced
surrendered
yielded
submitted
complied
cooperated
collaborated
harmonized
reconciled
compromised
capitulated
relinquished
abandoned
deserted
forfeited
renounced
repudiated
denied
refuted
contradicted