What is another word for contests?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒntɛsts] (IPA)

Contests are events that involve competition or a challenge. There are many synonyms for the word contests, such as competitions, tournaments, races, showdowns, battles, and matches. Each word may imply a slightly different type of contest. For instance, tournaments may suggest a series of matches or games, while races will emphasize speed and physical ability. Showdowns and battles suggest conflict, while matches imply a meeting of equally skilled opponents. Regardless of the synonym, contests are competitive events where individuals or teams strive to win a prize or achieve a goal. Choosing the right synonym depends on the nature of the contest and the purpose of communication.

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Usage examples for Contests

Unhappily, however, high as one rises in his own esteem by such contests, he scarcely makes the same ascent in that of his neighbor, and so we came, in our overflowing frankness, to admit to each other more of our respective opinions than amounts to flattery.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
In the midst of our trouble, with good appetites, we were feeding up for future contests of strength.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
In the fierce contests that raged upon such occasions, he showed that his knowledge and intellect were stupendous.
"Memoirs of Orange Jacobs"
Orange Jacobs

Famous quotes with Contests

  • In a government such as ours we have vigorous contests to determine who should lead. The recent election was no exception. Now we inaugurate a new government on a day that transcends any one individual or any one party.
    Matt Blunt
  • As an example, one of the schools I have been studying is too small to compete effectively in most sports, but participates with vigor each year in the state music contests.
    James S. Coleman
  • The present assault upon capital is but the beginning. It will be but a stepping-stone to others, larger and more sweeping, till our political contests will become a war of the poor against the rich.
    Stephen J. Field
  • I love to deal with doctrines and events. The contests of men about men I greatly dislike.
    James A. Garfield
  • I liked the way they treated the first, second, and third place finishers equally. It was an amazing year. I only entered two song contests this year; I won one and placed second in the other. And I entered each of them a day or two before the deadline.
    Arthur Godfrey

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