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contentious in Italian

contentious in Italian is controverso, aggressivo, bellicoso — contentious means likely to cause disagreement or heated argument.

contentious in Italian

controverso
adj
Marked by heated arguments or controversy.
aggressivo
adj
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
bellicoso
adj
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
provocatore
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."

contentious in a sentence

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

Common Italian translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "contentious" in Italian?

"contentious" in Italian is controverso, aggressivo, bellicoso. 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 Italian, "contentious" is controverso, aggressivo, bellicoso.

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

Yes — Italian has 4 translations listed for "contentious": controverso, aggressivo, bellicoso, provocatore.

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