contend
verbHow many syllables in contend?
There are 2 syllables in the word contend.Divide 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:
affirm
allege
argue
assert
aver
avow
battle
compete
fight
hold
maintain
race
rival
vie
Antonyms for contend:
abandon
abstain
accept
acknowledge
acquiesce
admit
agree
agree with
aid
allow
approve
assist
avow
cede
coincide
collaborate
comply
concede
concur
concur with
confirm
consent
desert
embrace
endorse
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