Synonyms of CONTEND

verb

1. maintain or assert

   • POSTULATE11

2. have an argument about something

   • ARGUE6
   • DEBATE9
   • FENCE10

3. to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation

   • CONTEST9
   • REPUGN9

4. come to terms with

   • COPE8
   • GRAPPLE12
   • DEAL5
   • MANAGE9

   Also: get by, make out, make do.

5. compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others

   • COMPETE13
   • VIE6

6. be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

   • FIGHT12
   • STRUGGLE10