Synonyms of challenged

Verb

1. challenge, dispute, gainsay, contest, contend, repugn

usage: take exception to; "She challenged his claims"

2. challenge, invite, bid

usage: issue a challenge to; "Fischer challenged Spassky to a match"

3. challenge, request, bespeak, call for, quest

usage: ask for identification; "The illegal immigrant was challenged by the border guard"

4. challenge, take exception, object

usage: raise a formal objection in a court of law

Definition and meaning of challenged (Dictionary)