What does contestation mean?
Contestation means The act of contesting; emulation.
Contestation
/ˌkɒn.tɛsˈteɪ.ʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The act of contesting; emulation.
Definitions by Sense
- The act of contesting; emulation
- The act of challenging or disputing a claim or idea.
- Proof by witness; attestation; testimony.
Example Sentences
Contempt and loathing for body and nature are central to the operations of white male grievance, and any contestation of these politics will require us to challenge the somatophobia and ecophobia with which they are bound up.
Synonyms for contestation
Antonyms for contestation
Related Words
Word Forms
- contestations
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for contestation?
Common synonyms include rivalry, strife, dispute, contention.
What is the opposite of contestation?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use contestation in a sentence?
Contempt and loathing for body and nature are central to the operations of white male grievance, and any contestation of these politics will require us to challenge the somatophobia and ecophobia with which they are bound up.
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