challenge

noun
UK: /ˈtʃælɪndʒ/
US: /ˈtʃælɪndʒ/

  1. A difficult task or problem.

    1. The math test was a real challenge. [ ] [ ]
    2. Finding a solution to climate change is a major challenge for humanity. [ ] [ ]

  2. An invitation to compete in a game or fight.

    1. He accepted the challenge to a chess match. [ ] [ ]
    2. The boxer issued a challenge to his rival for a title fight. [ ] [ ]

  3. A question about whether something is true or legal.

    1. They faced a legal challenge to the new law. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her claims about the company's finances faced a strong challenge. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

task trial test dispute contest question difficulty problem dare
challenge verb

  1. To invite someone to compete or fight.

    1. I challenge you to a race. [ ] [ ]
    2. The students challenge the teacher's authority on the topic. [ ] [ ]

  2. To question if something is true or legal.

    1. We challenge the accuracy of the data. [ ] [ ]
    2. The lawyer will challenge the evidence presented by the prosecution. [ ] [ ]

  3. To test someone's skills or abilities.

    1. This puzzle will really challenge your mind. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new project is designed to challenge employees' critical thinking. [ ] [ ]
challenge adjective

  1. Presenting difficulties and requiring effort.

    1. It was a challenging hike up the mountain. [ ] [ ]
    2. The students found the assignment to be extremely challenging. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "challenge" in English means: A difficult task or problem., An invitation to compete in a game or fight., A question about whether something is true or legal..

The phonetic transcription of "challenge" is /ˈtʃælɪndʒ/ in British English and /ˈtʃælɪndʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "challenge": task, trial, test, dispute, contest, question, difficulty, problem, dare.

Example usage of "challenge": "The math test was a real challenge.". More examples on the page.