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contentious

adjective

kənˈten.ʃəs

Meaning

Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

likely to cause disagreement or argument; controversial

The contentious issue divided global leaders.

The contentious issue of immigration dominated the debate.

controversial, disputed, debatable, argumentative, quarrelsome, combative, disputable

Entry 1

controversial, disputed, debatable, argumentative, quarrelsome, combative

Entry 2

controversial, disputable, debatable, argumentative

agreeable, peaceful, harmonious, uncontroversial, undisputed, amicable, noncontroversial

Entry 1

agreeable, peaceful, harmonious, uncontroversial, undisputed, amicable

Entry 2

agreeable, noncontroversial

contentious issue, contentious topic, highly contentious, contentious debate

Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person.

Full of courage and spirit; lively and spirited.

Relating to money or currency, especially government policy concerning money supply and interest rat...

sharp or severe in manner or style; also describes a substance that contracts skin or body tissues

Quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences.

not permanent; lasting for a limited time