word
Contentious
Kuh-NTEH-nshuhs
/kʌˈntɛnʃʌs/Listen
Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.
Syllable breakdown
contentious
Dictionary meaning
Involving or likely to cause controversy.
Examples
- A central and contentious element of the book- Tim W.Ferfuson.
- A style described as abrasive and contentious.
People also look up
Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
Learn one new pronunciation a day
Get a word, name or idiom like “Contentious” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.
Something wrong? Suggest a correction