Challenger
/ˈtʃælənʒər/
Definitions
A person who contests or opposes something or someone.
/ˈtʃælənʒər/
One who challenges.
The challenger knocked out the champion in the third round.
💡 Simply: A challenger is someone who tries to beat someone else, like in a game or an election. Imagine a knight challenging another knight to a duel!
👶 For kids: Someone who wants to play a game or fight against someone else.
More Examples
She's a formidable challenger in the upcoming mayoral election.
How It's Used
"He is a strong challenger in the upcoming tennis tournament."
"The challenger promised to lower taxes if elected."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
From Middle English *challenger, from Old French *chalengier, from *chalenge ‘challenge’.
The word's usage has remained consistent over time, referring primarily to someone who issues a challenge.
Memory tip
Think of someone who challenges authority – a challenger.
Word Origin
"To challenge"