CHALLENGE

/ˈtʃæl.əndʒ/ ► audio Scrabble 15 Words With Friends 19

Scrabble letter values: C3H4A1L1L1E1N1G2E1 = 15

Definition

  1. verb take exception to. — synonyms: dispute, gainsay
  2. verb issue a challenge to.
  3. verb ask for identification.
  4. verb raise a formal objection in a court of law. — synonyms: take_exception
  5. noun a demanding or stimulating situation.
  6. noun a call to engage in a contest or fight.
  7. noun questioning a statement and demanding an explanation.
  8. noun a formal objection to the selection of a particular person as a juror.
  9. noun a demand by a sentry for a password or identification.

Examples

  • “She challenged his claims”
  • “Fischer challenged Spassky to a match”
  • “The illegal immigrant was challenged by the border guard”

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