Meaning of contested in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Qualitative Adjective

    contested

    Definitions

    1. disputed or made the object of contention or competition

    Examples

    • « a contested election »

    Antonyms

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