CEFR C1

contender

noun

Meaning

A person or team that competes for a championship or title, especially one with a strong possibility of winning.

Examples

The boxer was a serious contender for the world heavyweight title.
After several strong performances, their team became a top contender for the league championship.

Synonyms: competitor, challenger, aspirant, frontrunner

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contender (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /kənˈtɛndər/

Definition

A person or team that competes for a championship or title, especially one with a strong possibility of winning.

Examples

The boxer was a serious contender for the world heavyweight title.
After several strong performances, their team became a top contender for the league championship.
Many critics consider her new novel a strong contender for the prestigious literary prize.

How to Use contender

contender for (prepositional phrase): Someone who is competing for something specific. — "He is a strong contender for the promotion."
contender in (prepositional phrase): Someone who is competing within a particular field or event. — "The new startup is a serious contender in the competitive market."

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