Contention
Pronunciation: /kənˈtɛnʃən/
Contention (noun)
- a situation where people argue or disagree about something
- a statement or belief that someone strongly holds or argues for
- a rivalry or struggle for a prize or advantage
Examples
- There was contention over the new policy.
- Contention arose during the meeting about the budget.
Common collocations: cause contention, source of contention, contention between parties, make a contention, support a contention