ALL meanings of contends
con·tend
C c - verb without object contends to struggle in opposition: to contend with the enemy for control of the port. 1
- verb without object contends to strive in rivalry; compete; vie: to contend for first prize. 1
- verb without object contends to strive in debate; dispute earnestly: to contend against falsehood. 1
- verb with object contends to assert or maintain earnestly: He contended that taxes were too high. 1
- noun contends Third-person singular simple present indicative form of contend. 1