Synonyms for Contentious

Verb Another word for contentious — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

causing or likely to cause an argument or controversy

Synonyms & similar words

disputative combative disputatious litigious argumentative combative disputatious quarrelsome belligerent controversial disagreeable hostile opinionated polemical factious litigious bellicose pugnacious wrangling dissonant competitive challenging opposing contradictory

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