contentious in Spanish
contentious in Spanish is controvertido, contencioso, polémico — contentious means likely to cause disagreement or heated argument.
contentious in Spanish
controvertido
Marked by heated arguments or controversy.
contencioso
Marked by heated arguments or controversy.
polémico
Marked by heated arguments or controversy.
belicoso
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
camorrista
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
conflictivo
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
pendenciero
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
provocador
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
What does "contentious" mean?
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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 Spanish?
"contentious" in Spanish is controvertido, contencioso, polémico. 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 Spanish, "contentious" is controvertido, contencioso, polémico.
Are there other ways to say "contentious" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 8 translations listed for "contentious": controvertido, contencioso, polémico, belicoso, camorrista, conflictivo.
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