Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Contends.
Contends - as a verb
Maintain or assert
Example: "He contended that communism had no future"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
postulateHave an argument about something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arguedebatefenceHypernyms (Closely Related)
conversediscourseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
To make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation
Example: "They contested the outcome of the race"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contestrepugnHypernyms (Closely Related)
opposeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available
Example: "We got by on just a gallon of gas"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
copedealget bygrapplemake outmanageHypernyms (Closely Related)
actmoveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
competevieHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He contends that climate change is a myth."
"She contends that she was not at the scene of the crime."
"The athlete contends that he deserves a spot on the team."
"The lawyer contends that his client is innocent."
"The professor contends that technology has revolutionized education."
Word Game Points
Is CONTENDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contends is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONTENDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is CONTENDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contends is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONTENDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is CONTENDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contends is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONTENDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.