contended Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to struggle or compete for something. Example Sentence She was contended with her new toy. More Example Sentences She contended fiercely in the debate. Synonyms competed; argued; battled Antonyms agreed; accepted; surrendered Hear It! Say It! Write It! contended Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: