Contentious
volume
British pronunciation/kəntˈɛnʃəs/
American pronunciation/kənˈtɛnʃəs/

Definizione e Significato di "contentious"

contentious
01

controverso

inclined to argue or provoke disagreement
example
Example
click on words
The contentious individual frequently initiated arguments and disagreements within the group.
As a contentious debater, he enjoyed challenging opposing viewpoints in intellectual discussions.
The family gathering became tense as the contentious relative expressed dissenting opinions.
02

controverso

causing disagreement or controversy among people
example
Example
click on words
The contentious issue of gun control sparked heated debates among lawmakers.
The contentious debate over healthcare policy dominated the political agenda.
The contentious topic of immigration reform led to protests and demonstrations.

word family

con
tent
content

content

Noun

contentious

Adjective

contentiousness

Noun

contentiousness

Noun

noncontentious

Adjective

noncontentious

Adjective

uncontentious

Adjective

uncontentious

Adjective
example
Esempio
The contentious individual frequently initiated arguments and disagreements within the group.
As a contentious debater, he enjoyed challenging opposing viewpoints in intellectual discussions.
The family gathering became tense as the contentious relative expressed dissenting opinions.
Despite efforts to maintain a harmonious atmosphere, the contentious coworker stirred up controversy in the office.
Her contentious nature made it challenging to reach consensus in team discussions.
download-mobile-app
Scarica la nostra app mobile
Langeek Mobile Application
Scarica l'Applicazione
LanGeek
Scarica l'App
langeek application

Download Mobile App

stars

app store