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CONTEND

/kənˈtɛnd/

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb

C 3/4
O 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1
E 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2

Definition of CONTEND

verb

To strive in opposition; to contest; to dispute; to vie; to quarrel; to fight.

verb

To struggle or exert oneself to obtain or retain possession of, or to defend.

verb

To strive in debate; to engage in discussion; to dispute; to argue.

Synonyms of CONTEND

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
13
points

Is CONTEND a Scrabble Word?

Yes, CONTEND is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of CONTEND earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 60 points total.

Letter Values for CONTEND

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter contend Total
Scrabble 3111112 10
WWF 4121122 13

How to Use CONTEND in Word Games

CONTEND is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since CONTEND uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 60 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CONTEND to find 76 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CONTEND

What does CONTEND mean?
CONTEND is a verb. To strive in opposition; to contest; to dispute; to vie; to quarrel; to fight.
Is CONTEND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CONTEND is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CONTEND worth in Scrabble?
CONTEND is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CONTEND?
You can make 76 words from the letters in CONTEND. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of CONTEND?
Synonyms of CONTEND include: assert, aver, combat, fight, oppose, vie. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.