Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-contention
adjective
/ɪn kənˈtɛnʃən/

Definition
In a state of competition or rivalry for something.

Examples
- The athlete is still in-contention for the championship after winning the last race.
- Several candidates are in-contention for the job, making it a competitive hiring process.
- Her performance in the tournament keeps her in-contention for the top prize.

Meaning
The term ‘in-contention’ refers to a situation where someone or something is in the running for a prize, position, or victory, indicating that they have a chance to win or succeed.

Synonyms
- competitive
- contending
- vying
- in the race