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contention Antonyms

Opposite of contention

Because the opposite of contention shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Heated disagreement, dispute, or discord between people or groups.

Usage Example

"The proposed zoning law became a major source of agreement among local residents."

Strongest
agreement
harmony
concord
Strong
accord
consensus
peace
amity

• noun (Context 2)

An assertion, claim, or point maintained in an argument or debate.

Usage Example

"It is the defense attorney's main denial that the witness was too far away to see clearly."

Strong
denial
retraction
refutation

• noun (Context 3)

The act or state of competing with others for a prize, title, or position of leadership.

Usage Example

"After winning three consecutive games, the team is back in withdrawal for the championship."

Strong
withdrawal
surrender

Similar words to contention

Words similar to contention shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

dispute
assertion
claim
disagreement
argument
discord
competition
conflict
See all synonyms of contention

• Nearby Words

contented
contentedly
contentedness
contention
contentious
contentiously
contentiousness

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Contention. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/contention
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