Hyphenation of contesting

How to hyphenate contesting

contesting is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, contesting is hyphenated as:

con-testing

Syllables Count: 2
Characters Count: 10
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 10
Hyphens Count: 1

Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of contesting

contesting 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

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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.