Synonyms for
Contests
Definition
a competition or game in which people try to win something
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- annual contests
- essay contests
- art contests
- win contests
- enter contests
- participate in contests
- judge contests
Word family
Usage note
As a verb, 'contest' often implies a formal challenge or dispute, such as contesting an election result. As a noun, it refers to a competition or struggle.
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Example sentences
- The school is having a spelling contest.
- The contest winner will receive a trophy.
- She decided to enter the dance contest.
- The contest is open to all ages.
- The contest rules are simple.
Quotes
The Olympic Games are the Quadrennial contest of the boldest, the swiftest, and the strongest of men, and it is fitting that the quadrennial celebration of the ideals of the Gospel should be the occasion for similar exhibitions of strength and swiftness and courage.
A contest cannot be decided by a single punch, kick, or throw. The person who wins is the one who has the most skill and the most heart.
In a contest between love and pride, love always wins.