contentious
adjectiveHow many syllables in contentious?
There are 4 syllables in the word contentious.How to pronounce contentious:
Definition of contentious:
- contentious (adjective):
- tending to quarrel
- likely to cause disagreement or argument
- involving or likely to cause controversy.
Synonyms for contentious:
disputatiousaggressivebelligerentquarrelsomeuglyfiercetruculentbickeringdiscordantsavageShow 15 more
Antonyms for contentious:
accommodatinggenialpeaceableeven-temperedcomplaisantsafecalmamiablebenigncooperativeShow 15 more
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