contention

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(con-ten-tion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a disagreement or argument between people.

Example Sentence

Alexis and Chad are in contention for first place on the honor roll.

More Example Sentences

They resolved their contention after talking.

Synonyms

dispute; conflict; argument

Antonyms

agreement; harmony; peace

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Rhymes

  • gentian
  • henschen
  • mention
  • pension
  • tension

  • ascension
  • attention
  • contention
  • convention
  • detention
  • dimension
  • dissension
  • extension
  • invention
  • laurentian
  • pretension
  • prevention
  • retention
  • suspension

  • apprehension
  • comprehension
  • condescension
  • hypertension
  • hypotension
  • reinvention

  • misapprehension
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