challenge

/ˈtʃæl.əndʒ/
noun
1

A confrontation; a dare.

2

A difficult task, especially one that the person making the attempt finds more enjoyable because of that difficulty.

3

A procedure or action.

4

The opening and crying of hounds at first finding the scent of their game.

verb
1

To invite (someone) to take part in a competition.

"We challenged the boys next door to a game of football."

2

To dare (someone).

3

To dispute (something).

"to challenge the accuracy of a statement or of a quotation"

4

To make a formal objection to a juror.

5

To claim as due; to demand as a right.

6

To censure; to blame.

7

To question or demand the countersign from (one who attempts to pass the lines).

"The sentinel challenged us with "Who goes there?""

8

To object to the reception of the vote of, e.g. on the ground that the person is not qualified as a voter.

9

To take (a final exam) in order to get credit for a course without taking it.

More synonyms: becall, call out

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