Challenge Definition & Meaning
challenge
- noun
- a demanding or stimulating situation; "they reacted irrationally to the challenge of Russian power"
- a call to engage in a contest or fight
- questioning a statement and demanding an explanation; "his challenge of the assumption that Japan is still our enemy"
- a formal objection to the selection of a particular person as a juror
- a demand by a sentry for a password or identification
- verb
- take exception to; "She challenged his claims"
- issue a challenge to; "Fischer challenged Spassky to a match"
- ask for identification; "The illegal immigrant was challenged by the border guard"
- raise a formal objection in a court of law
"Challenge" in song lyrics
See how challenge is used in real songs:
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"I did it all for you when I was up for the challenge"
Akrobatik — Prelude To Balance -
"Focus, challenge"
Arsonists — Language Arts -
"Practice malice inbalance, don't silence my code of challenge"
Arsonists — Respect the Unexpected
Words that rhyme with challenge
Usage tips for "challenge"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "challenge" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for challenge to find words that pair well.