Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
issue-a-challenge
Phrase
/ˈɪʃu ə ˈʧælɪndʒ/
Definition
To formally present a challenge to someone, inviting them to compete or show their abilities.
Examples
- After months of training, she decided to issue a challenge to the reigning champion.
- The debate club leader will issue a challenge to teams from other schools next week.
- During the game, he issued a challenge to his teammate to surpass his score.
Meaning
The act of calling someone out, often in a competitive context, to engage in a contest of skills or arguments.
Synonyms
- call out
- provoke
- invite to compete
- contest
