challenge — A task or situation that tests someone's abilities; something difficult that requires effort to overcome
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A task or situation that tests someone's abilities; something difficult that requires effort to overcome
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtʃælɪndʒ/
Example Sentences
- My biggest challenge in Korea? Using chopsticks to eat slippery noodles without looking like I'm conducting an orchestra!
- The student challenged the teacher's explanation, asking for more evidence.
- Every morning, I challenge myself to wake up before my alarm – and lose spectacularly every single day.
challenge
NOUN[/ˈtʃælɪndʒ/]
A task or situation that tests someone's abilities; something difficult that requires effort to overcome
Facing a difficult climbing challenge
The difficult challenge pushed students to think creatively. (CHANGE + TEST = CHALLENGE → a challenge tests whether someone can change, grow, or overcome difficulty)
Every challenge required balance and helped them advance forward.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'chalenge' meaning 'accusation' or 'claim,' derived from Latin 'calumnia' meaning 'false accusation.' The word evolved through Old French legal terminology into Middle English with the sense of a confrontation or test.
Breakdown
chal- (from Latin calumnia, accusation) + -enge (Old French suffix) = challenge
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“Students face many challenges during exam period.”
“He accepted the challenge to climb the mountain.”
“Climate change is a major challenge for humanity.”
“Young people often challenge authority.”
“She always rises to the challenge when things get tough.”
📝Examples
“My biggest challenge in Korea? Using chopsticks to eat slippery noodles without looking like I'm conducting an orchestra!”
“The student challenged the teacher's explanation, asking for more evidence.”
“Every morning, I challenge myself to wake up before my alarm – and lose spectacularly every single day.”
“The new policy challenges traditional approaches to education.”
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