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contesta

[kõn-tes-tá]
verb
contests, disputes, challenges
1. third person singular present tense of 'contestar' - to dispute or challenge something
He contests the validity of the document.
Ele contesta a validade do documento.
2. to object to or argue against a claim or statement
She contests the accusation made against her.
Ela contesta a acusação feita contra ela.
3. to compete against or challenge in a competition
They contest for the championship title.
Eles contestam pelo título de campeão.
Synonyms
discutequestionadesafiaimpugna
Antonyms
aceitaconcordaaprova

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
contesta
standard usage in disputes and legal contexts
Portugal
contesta
same usage as in Brazil

Related Idioms & Phrases

contestar em juízo
contestar uma multa
contestar uma decisão
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