Synonyms of fought

Verb


1. contend, fight, struggle

usage: be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight; "the tribesmen fought each other"; "Siblings are always fighting"; "Militant groups are contending for control of the country"

2. fight, oppose, fight back, fight down, defend, contend, fight, struggle

usage: fight against or resist strongly; "The senator said he would oppose the bill"; "Don't fight it!"

3. fight, struggle, try, seek, attempt, essay, assay

usage: make a strenuous or labored effort; "She struggled for years to survive without welfare"; "He fought for breath"

4. crusade, fight, press, campaign, push, agitate, advertise, advertize, promote, push

usage: exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for; "The liberal party pushed for reforms"; "She is crusading for women's rights"; "The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate"

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Definition and meaning of fought (Dictionary)