contestant — a person who takes part in a contest or competition
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who takes part in a contest or competition
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈtɛstənt/
Example Sentences
- The contestant nervously forgot the lyrics and started singing the McDonald's jingle instead.
- Every contestant must submit their application by the deadline.
- The quiz show contestant won a year's supply of cat food, even though he was allergic to cats.
contestant
NOUN[/kənˈtɛstənt/]
a person who takes part in a contest or competition
Each contestant grips the buzzer, eyes locked on the quiz board.
The contestant faces the protestant and resistant crowd with unwavering determination!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'contestari' meaning 'to call witnesses together' or 'to争论'. In ancient Roman courts, witnesses would compete against each other by giving opposing testimonies, which led to the modern meaning of 'compete'.
Breakdown
con- (together/with) + test- (witness/testify) + -ant (one who performs the action)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The contestant nervously forgot the lyrics and started singing the McDonald's jingle instead.”
“Every contestant must submit their application by the deadline.”
“The quiz show contestant won a year's supply of cat food, even though he was allergic to cats.”
“She was the first contestant to answer all questions correctly.”
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