Contest Definition & Meaning
contest
- noun
- an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants
- a struggle between rivals
- verb
- to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation; "They contested the outcome of the race"
"Contest" in song lyrics
See how contest is used in real songs:
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"You got a face of a queen in a beauty contest"
2 Live Crew — With Your Badself -
"Hangin with the bangin on the strength, there's no contest"
3rd Bass — Wordz of Wizdom -
"Caught up in a popularity contest"
Birdman f/ Bun B, Drake — More Milli
Words that rhyme with contest
Usage tips for "contest"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "contest" 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 contest to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does contest mean?
- an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants a struggle between rivals to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation; "They contested the outcome of the race"
- What part of speech is contest?
- Contest is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does contest have?
- Contest has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).