Synonyms of challenges

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noun

plural of challenge

1

as in objections

a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent

there were no serious challenges to the legislative bill, so it passed easily

Synonyms & Similar Words

• objections
• exceptions
• complaints
• questions
• difficulties
• protests
• criticisms
• demurrers
• expostulations
• remonstrances
• stinks
• doubts
• demurrals
• fusses
• disputes
• suspicions
• demurs
• qualms
• misgivings
• kicks
• uncertainties
• misunderstandings
• skepticism
• squabbles
• compunctions
• quibbles
• scruples
• dissents
• arguments
• quarrels
• debates
• conflicts
• rebellions
• reluctances
• censures
• statics
• mistrust
• distrust
• cavils
• disobediences
• defiances
• reservations
• niggles
• hassles
• misdoubts
• indeterminations
• dubitations
• dubieties
• incertitudes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• sanctions
• approvals
• agreements
• acceptances
• assents
• acquiescences
• compliances
• obediences

2

as in problems

something that requires thought and skill for resolution

the many challenges facing developing countries in the 21st century

Synonyms & Similar Words

• problems
• matters
• issues
• troubles
• cases
• questions
• nuts
• dilemmas
• predicaments
• quandaries
• knots
• pitfalls
• conundrums
• puzzles
• mysteries
• hot waters
• toughies
• riddles
• quagmires
• corners
• jams
• glitches
• snags
• fixes
• pickles
• cruxes
• enigmas
• holes
• puzzlements
• mires
• spots
• Gordian knots
• hitches
• sticky wickets
• catches
• brainteasers
• stumpers
• posers
• catch-22's

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• solutions
• answers
• silver bullets
• magic bullets
• panaceas
• cure-alls

challenges

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verb

present tense third-person singular of challenge

1

as in questions

to demand proof of the truth or rightness of

don't hesitate to challenge any statement that generalizes about people

Synonyms & Similar Words

• questions
• disputes
• contests
• doubts
• queries
• calls in question
• protests
• oppugns
• impeaches
• objects (to)
• resists
• kicks (about)
• opposes
• mistrusts
• fights
• combats

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• believes
• accepts
• embraces
• supports
• swallows
• defends
• backs
• advocates
• champions
• promotes
• endures
• tolerates
• abides
• stomachs

2

as in dares

to invite (someone) to take part in a contest or to perform a feat

I challenge you to swim to the other side of the pond

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dares
• confronts
• stumps
• defies
• faces
• braves
• breasts
• outbraves
• brazens
• outfaces
• beards

3

as in requires

to have as a requirement

having to put up with an overbearing boss challenges forbearance

Synonyms & Similar Words

• requires
• needs
• demands
• wants
• takes
• claims
• involves
• necessitates
• calls for
• warrants
• entails
• bears
• asks
• begs
• lacks
• cries (for)
• hurts (for)
• clamors (for)
• insists
• stipulates
• commands
• quests
• presses
• exacts
• enjoins

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• has
• holds
• possesses
• owns

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of challenges

Noun

Its enactment comes at a time when Big Tech, in the face of mounting legal challenges, has shown greater willingness to accept new restrictions. — Reuters, NBC news, 11 Sep. 2026

One of the challenges in ramping up is that the Vega-C used the same solid rocket motors employed on Ariane 6, which is also looking to boost output. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026

Despite those challenges, the 29-year-old remains thankful for his time there. — Tom Burrows, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

The lowest interest rate isn't necessarily the best option if the terms create other financial challenges, so compare both the immediate credit impact and the longer-term cost of getting the debt paid off. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026

Those challenges went beyond the already-daunting needs around casting. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2026

For Square Enix game director Naoki Hamaguchi, who has guided the project through Final Fantasy VII Remake and Rebirth, that expansion is one of the biggest challenges—and opportunities—of the finale. — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026

Even the challenges and restrictions of COVID didn’t slow down the customer enthusiasm and support for local business. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026

Advancements in security screenings have also brought challenges, including potential discrimination against certain passengers. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026

Verb

Madeline Delp plays fellow leader Kitty Cone, whose selfless compassion challenges Heumann’s radical approach to the movement. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026

The best subplot involves a new, young part-time UPS worker who challenges the Teamster party line involving the UPS contract. — Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 9 Sep. 2026

The Bottom Line Navigating regulatory clearance is one of the most demanding challenges a technology leader can face. — Dennis Calvert, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2026

The new study challenges assumptions about immigrant community isolation, Wilson added. — Jasmine Garsd, NPR, 8 Sep. 2026

Historically, courts have side-eyed issuing massive bonds in merger cases, particularly when the government challenges the deal. — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026

Consider what’s holding you back as the moon challenges Chiron. — Usa Today, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026

The suit specifically challenges Meta’s representations that the glasses were designed for privacy and that users remained in control of their data. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 4 Sep. 2026

The discovery challenges assumptions about the development of the most common form of dementia, potentially revealing new points of intervention that could slow the onset or reduce the impact of neurodegeneration. — Mike McRae 03, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026