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contentious in Spanish

contentious in Spanish is controvertido, contencioso, polémico — contentious means likely to cause disagreement or heated argument.

contentious in Spanish

controvertido
adj
Marked by heated arguments or controversy.
contencioso
adj
Marked by heated arguments or controversy.
polémico
adj
Marked by heated arguments or controversy.
belicoso
adj
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
camorrista
adj
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
conflictivo
adj
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
pendenciero
adj
Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.
provocador
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 Spanish translations

Frequently asked questions

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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