Word Meaning

contends definition and meaning

v. i. To strive in opposition; to contest; to dispute; to vie; to quarrel; to fight.
v. i. To struggle or exert one's self to obtain or retain possession of, or to defend.
v. i. To strive in debate; to engage in discussion; to dispute; to argue.
v. t. To struggle for; to contest.

Crossword clues for contends

- Argue earnestly
- Debate
- Vie
- Argues
- Maintains
- Prisoner is inclined to have debates