challenge

Definition

  • verb: to say or show that (something) may not be true, correct, or legal
  • verb: to demand as due or deserved
  • often + 'to'
  • synonyms: defiance, censure, blame

Examples

  • The new data 'challenges' many old assumptions. [=the new data gives people reasons to doubt many old assumptions]

  • He hopes to be the governor's 'challenger' in the next election. [=the candidate running against the governor]

  • The coach is confident that you will 'rise to the challenge'. [=the coach is confident that you will succeed]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I couldn't let you rise to your father's last taunt. - What taunt? - The will, Robert. That will? That's his last insult. A challenge for you to build something for yourself... ...by telling you you're not worthy of his accomplishments. - What, but that he was, um, disappointed? - I'm sorry. (..)
    2010 Inception