to struggle or fight for, as in battle. to argue against; dispute: to contest a controversial question; to contest a will. to call in question: They contested his right to speak.

What does contested meaning mean?

Something that's contested is argued over or questioned. Contested election results may need to be re-counted, since the two sides can't agree on their validity. Controversial and contentious issues — like debated topics or lawsuits — are often described as "hotly contested," or energetically argued over.

What does contested in court mean?

Contest. To defend against an adverse claim made in a court by a plaintiff or a prosecutor; to challenge a position asserted in a judicial proceeding, as to contest the probate of a will.