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contentious

/ contentious /
adjective satellite

Definitions & Examples

adjective satellite Sense 1
involving or likely to cause controversy
"a central and contentious element of the book"- Tim W.Ferfuson"
Similar:
controversial
adjective satellite Sense 2
inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits
"a style described as abrasive and contentious"
"a disputatious lawyer"
"a litigious and acrimonious spirit"
Similar:
argumentative
adjective satellite Sense 3
having or showing a ready disposition to fight
"bellicose young officers"
"a combative impulse"
"a contentious nature"
Similar:
aggressive
Semantic Complexity
58%
Sense Count
3
Total Synonyms
3
Total Relationships
3
Times Searched
1
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controversial argumentative aggressive