WordHive Learning Dictionary

Challenge

noun, verb

A challenge is a hard task that tests you.

9 letters 2 syllables

What does Challenge mean?

A challenge is a hard task that tests you.

Dictionary definition

A difficult task that tests skill or effort, or to invite someone to try something hard.

Example sentences

Challenge in a sentence

easy

This puzzle is a fun challenge.

medium

The coach challenged us to improve our teamwork.

hard

A challenge can build confidence when you keep trying.

Writing practice

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Practice the meaning of Challenge

Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does challenge mean?

Practice 2

Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to challenge?

Practice 3

Which word or phrase is a good contrast to challenge?

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Challenge

Voice settings
Sounds like

chal · inj · strongest beat: chal

Synonyms

Words like Challenge

testUse when skill or effort is measured.
difficultyUse for something hard to do.
Antonyms

Opposite words

easeUse when something is simple and not demanding.
simplicityUse when few difficulties are present.
Synonym practice

Want to practice challenge synonyms in context? Try a Synonym Search question like "The challenge was harder than we expected," then compare close word choices. Practice challenge synonyms.

Word family

Challenge word family

Base word

challenge

Related words
Student support

Understand Challenge

Hint for students

A challenge is something difficult that takes effort to do.

Common mix-up

Challenge is not the same as problem in every sentence. A challenge is difficult, but it can also be something good to try.

Try it in class or at home

Write one sentence that shows challenge without using the word challenge. Example: The math puzzle was hard, so we tried several ways to solve it. Clue words: hard, tried several ways, solve it Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show something difficult that requires effort?

Teacher prompt

Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The puzzle was a challenge, but Sam solved it after trying three strategies." Why does challenge fit better than gift?