contention - Similar and Opposite Words

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Noun

the act of competing as for profit or a prize

Synonyms

• competition
• contention
• rivalry

More generic

• group action

More specific

• contest

Noun

a point asserted as part of an argument

Synonyms

• contention

More generic

• assertion
• asseveration
• averment

More specific

• submission

Noun

a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement

Synonyms

• arguing
• argument
• contention
• contestation
• controversy
• disceptation
• disputation
• tilt

More generic

• conflict
• difference
• difference of opinion
• dispute

More specific

• argle-bargle
• argy-bargy
• fight
• firestorm
• polemic
• sparring

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