Contention
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kənˈtɛnʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Contention is a noun meaning Argument, contest, debate, strife, struggle.
Meaning
Argument, contest, debate, strife, struggle.
More Meanings
- (computing, telecommunications) Competition by parts of a system or its users for a limited resource.
- A point maintained in an argument, or a line of argument taken in its support; the subject matter of discussion of strife; a position taken or contended for.
Example Sentences
It is my contention that state lotteries are taxes on stupid people.
Word Forms
- contentions
Synonyms for contention
Depending on context, synonyms include gainstrife, gainstriving, wrangling, tilt, argument, contestation.
Antonyms for contention
Common opposites include cooperation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include arguing, contestation, controversy, rivalry, competition, tilt.
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