contention
1 of 1noun/kənˈtɛnʃən/
Forms:contentions
1
a point asserted as part of an argument
2
a state of heated disagreement, often coming from different viewpoints or interests
- The new policy caused contention among the board members.
- Their contention over the budget led to several heated meetings.
- The negotiation process was marked by contention over contract terms.
- Contention arose when the new rules were introduced without consulting the staff.
- The historical account was a source of contention among scholars.
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