contention
|con-ten-tion|
/kənˈtɛnʃən/
disagreement or argument
Etymology
'contention' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'contentio,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'tendere' meant 'to stretch.'
'contentio' transformed into the Old French word 'contençion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'contention' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'a stretching or striving together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'disagreement or argument.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a heated disagreement or argument.
The contention between the two parties was evident during the debate.
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Noun 2
an assertion, especially one maintained in argument.
Her contention was that the policy would benefit the economy.
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