American Dictionary
Definition contend in American English
contend
verb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
verb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/kənˈtend/
Example
Critics of the school system contend that not enough emphasis is placed on creativity.
Example
Contending gangs fought for control of the area.
Example
The two teams contending for the championship are very evenly matched.
