challenged

verb
UK: /ˈtʃælɪndʒd/
US: /ˈtʃælɪndʒd/

  1. Questioned or disputed.

    1. Her claim was challenged by new evidence that came to light recently.
    2. The scientist's findings were immediately challenged by other researchers in the field.

  2. Invited or dared to participate in a competition or fight.

    1. He challenged me to a game of chess after dinner last night.
    2. The boxer challenged his opponent to a rematch, seeking to regain his title.
challenged adjective

  1. Having difficulties in certain activities.

    1. The student is challenged in math, but excels at language.
    2. The area is challenged by the high unemployment and lack of opportunity.

  2. Having abilities that are not fully developed.

    1. He is a challenged athlete trying to get better every single day.
    2. She considered herself a challenged dancer before years of practice improved her skills.

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The word "challenged" in English means: Questioned or disputed., Invited or dared to participate in a competition or fight..

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

Example usage of "challenged": "Her claim was challenged by new evidence that came to light recently.". More examples on the page.