contests
word · lemma: contest
Definition
Contests are competitions where people or teams try to win by achieving the best result, answer, or performance. They can be about sports, knowledge, skills, or other areas.
Usage & Nuances
'Contests' is usually used for organized events with rules, often involving knowledge, talent, or creativity. Common collocations: 'photo contest', 'singing contest', 'art contest'. Can be confused with 'competition', but 'contest' often feels smaller or more focused on specific tasks.
Example Sentences
There are many contests at the school fair.
basic
She won two art contests last year.
basic
The science club organizes contests every month.
basic
Have you ever entered any of those TV singing contests?
natural
Some contests are more about luck than skill.
natural
I always forget to send in my entry for online contests.
natural