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contention Synonyms

Another word for contention

Choosing another word for contention depends on context, so the 20 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 disagreement among local residents."

Strongest
disagreement
dispute
discord
conflict
Strong
strife
controversy
friction
dissension
argument

• noun (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
assertion
claim
argument
Strong
thesis
proposition
stance
position
allegation

• 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 competition for the championship."

Strongest
competition
Strong
rivalry
contest
running

Opposites of contention

The opposite of contention shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

agreement
concord
harmony
accord
denial
consensus
withdrawal
peace
See all opposites of contention

• Nearby Words

contented
contentedly
contentedness
contention
contentious
contentiously
contentiousness

Cite this Entry

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