Word adjective
contested
adj.
US /kənˈtɛstəd/ UK /kəntˈɛstɪd/ con·test·ed
Definition
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
describes an idea, fact, or result that people do not agree on.
describing a subject, claim, or outcome that is the subject of intense debate or disagreement.
Simple“The results of the election are still contested by the losing side.”
In context“The historian presented a highly contested theory regarding the origins of the manuscript, sparking a heated debate among his peers.”
UsageOften used in academic or political contexts to describe theories or election results.
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Real-world usage
“The draw will take place after more of the qualification playoffs have been contested.”
“On any contested issue, these moral demands pull in opposite directions.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated