Read the dictionary definition of contend. All definitions for this word.
1. maintain or assert
1. He contended that Communism had no future
2. have an argument about something
3. to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation
1. They contested the outcome of the race
4. compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others
5. be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
1. the tribesmen fought each other
2. Siblings are always fighting
3. Militant groups are contending for control of the country
6. succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available
1. We got by on just a gallon of gas
2. They made do on half a loaf of bread every day
