uncontested

adjective

un·​con·​test·​ed ˌən-kən-ˈte-stəd How to pronounce uncontested (audio)
-ˈkän-ˌte-
Synonyms of uncontestednext
: not disputed or challenged : not contested
the uncontested winner
an uncontested election
an uncontested divorce
an uncontested layup in basketball

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Krista Hasler and Alejandro Necochea, both of whom already serve on the board, are running uncontested for six-year terms. — Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 27 Aug. 2026 Reese scored on an uncontested layup, giving her 11 points on the night and her 27th double-double of the season. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026 Courtney was ultimately uncontested without a primary on Tuesday. — Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2026 The extension does not necessarily mean a race is uncontested or that no one has filed. — Nicole Buss august 9, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for uncontested

Word History

First Known Use

1683, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uncontested was in 1683

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“Uncontested.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncontested. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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