Hyphenation of contested

How to hyphenate contested

Because it is a word with a single syllable, contested is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

contested

Syllables Count: 1
Characters Count: 9
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 9
Hyphens Count: 0

Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: contested

Definitions of contested

contested is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

verb
To contend.
Synonyms: compete, contend, "go in for"
Example: I will contest for the open seat on the board.
verb
To call into question; to oppose.
Synonyms: "call into question", oppose
Example: The rival contested the dictator's re-election because of claims of voting irregularities.
verb
To strive earnestly to hold or maintain; to struggle to defend.
Example: The troops contested every inch of ground.
verb
To make a subject of litigation; to defend, as a suit; to dispute or resist, as a claim, by course of law.
Synonyms: controvert

Definition 1 as adjective

adjective
Controversial; contentious; debated

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.