Synonyms for Contest

Definition of contest

noun
  1. an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants
  2. a struggle between rivals
verb
  1. to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation; "They contested the outcome of the race"

3 synonyms found

Writing tips for "contest"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like competition, contend, repugn can replace "contest" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

"Contest" in song lyrics

See how contest is used in real songs:

  • "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

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