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contentious in Finnish

contentious in Finnish is kiistanalainen, riidanhaluinen, riitaisa — contentious means likely to cause disagreement or heated argument.

contentious in Finnish

kiistanalainen
adj
Marked by heated arguments or controversy.
riidanhaluinen
adj
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
riitaisa
adj
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.

What does "contentious" mean?

  1. adj Likely to cause disagreement or heated argument.
    "Immigration remains one of the most contentious issues in politics."
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contentious in a sentence

  • Immigration remains one of the most contentious issues in politics.

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What is "contentious" in Finnish?

"contentious" in Finnish is kiistanalainen, riidanhaluinen, riitaisa. contentious means: Likely to cause disagreement or heated argument.

How do you use "contentious" in a sentence?

Example: "Immigration remains one of the most contentious issues in politics." In Finnish, "contentious" is kiistanalainen, riidanhaluinen, riitaisa.

Are there other ways to say "contentious" in Finnish?

Yes — Finnish has 3 translations listed for "contentious": kiistanalainen, riidanhaluinen, riitaisa.

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