contentious
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Britannica Dictionary definition of CONTENTIOUS
[more contentious; most contentious]
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a
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likely to cause people to argue or disagree
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I think it's wise to avoid such a highly contentious [=controversial] topic/issue at a dinner party.
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involving a lot of arguing
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After a contentious debate, members of the committee finally voted to approve the funding.
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They have a contentious relationship. [=they argue with each other a lot]
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likely or willing to argue
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a contentious student
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The dispute involves one of the region's most contentious leaders.
