1. A proposed action, policy, or decision that is disputed, challenged, or disagreed upon by multiple parties
The government's new tax policy was a contested measure that faced opposition from various groups.
A nova política fiscal do governo foi uma medida contestada que enfrentou oposição de vários grupos.
2. In sports, a ruling or call made by an official that is subject to challenge or dispute
The referee's decision was a contested measure that the team appealed.
A decisão do árbitro foi uma medida contestada que o time contestou.