contest
/ˈkɒntest/ · /ˈkɑːntest/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2609 in the learning path
比赛；竞争
Definitions
n. an event or struggle in which people compete to win
比赛；竞争
v. to formally challenge a decision, claim, or result
质疑；对……提出异议
v. to compete for a position, prize, or political seat
争夺；参加竞选
Example
My cousin won a baking contest with her lemon cake.
我表姐凭她做的柠檬蛋糕赢得了烘焙比赛。
Citizens should have access to affordable legal advice when they wish to contest an official decision.
公民希望对官方决定提出异议时，应能获得价格合理的法律咨询。
Collocations
- enter a contest
- a close contest
- contest a decision
- contest an election
Word family
- contestant (n.)
- contested (adj.)
- uncontested (adj.)
Synonyms
- competition
- challenge
Usage tip
名词重音在首音节；动词重音在第二音节。
FAQ
- What does contest mean?
- an event or struggle in which people compete to win to formally challenge a decision, claim, or result to compete for a position, prize, or political seat
- How is contest pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɒntest/, US /ˈkɑːntest/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
