Definition & Meaning of "contest"

Contest

a competition in which participants compete to defeat their opponents

a struggle between rivals

to contest

to participate in a competition, debate, or other such events

to formally oppose or challenge a decision or a statement

Example

Congratulations, Miss, you've won the first prize in the contest.

She got the grand prize in the photography contest.

He set a new record in the sport fishing contest with his catch.

The competitive eater managed to wolf a staggering number of hot dogs in record time during the contest.

You can win a free vacation by entering the contest.

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