contend
verbDivide contend into syllables:
con · tend
How to pronounce contend:
Definition of contend:
- contend (verb):
- to assert
- to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties struggle
Synonyms for contend:
allegeassertfightholdbattleargueavowcompetemaintainaffirmShow 3 more
Antonyms for contend:
yieldapproveacquiesceconfirmfailstraightenhideforgetadmitacknowledgeShow 15 more
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