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challenge

[chal-inj] / ˈtʃæl ɪndʒ /
NOUN
dispute, question
Synonyms
STRONGEST
objection protest test threat
STRONG
claiming confrontation dare defiance demanding demur interrogation provocation remonstrance trial ultimatum
WEAK
summons to contest
Antonyms
STRONGEST
acceptance
STRONG
peace
WEAK
agree answer decide win
VERB
dispute, question
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ask for assert call for claim confront defy demand denounce impose require test try
STRONG
accost arouse beard brave cross dare exact impeach impugn inquire investigate provoke query reclaim stimulate summon tax vindicate
WEAK
call out face down face off face the music fly in the face of hang in insist upon invite competition make a point of make a stand object to search out stand up to stick it out throw down the gauntlet
Antonyms
STRONGEST
deny
STRONG
answer calm dodge ignore
WEAK
agreement decision victory

Example Sentences

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Higher oil prices are the latest challenge for a U.S. economy that has overcome crosscurrents sweeping through trade, consumer behavior and government spending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

She’s the kind of actor we desperately need right now, someone who isn’t afraid to challenge themselves or risk their viewership with a daring role.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

This challenge can make decision-making harder and, over time, may contribute to a disconnect from reality.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“That’s a future challenge for PayPal that opens up a lot of different dynamics of who’s gonna win,” Broadbent said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Jeremy thought he caught a hint of challenge in her voice.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.