CONTENTION Synonyms
There are 27 synonyms of the word
contention.
(exact relations)
There are 8 hypernyms of the word contention. (close relations)
There are 8 hypernyms of the word contention. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for CONTENTION
| Rank | Word | Save? | More Syns.. | Usage | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | argument | nounn | ||||
| 2 | contestation | nounn | ||||
| 3 | rivalry | nounn | ||||
| 4 | wrangling | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 5 | altercation | nounn | ||||
| 6 | clash | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 7 | conflict | nounn | ||||
| 8 | confrontation | nounn | ||||
| 9 | contest | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 10 | disagreement | nounn | ||||
| 11 | discord | nounn | ||||
| 12 | dispute | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 13 | dissension | nounn | ||||
| 14 | opposition | nounn | ||||
| 15 | quarrel | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 16 | squabble | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 17 | strife | nounn | ||||
| 18 | tussle | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 19 | contesting | verb, adjectivev, adj | ||||
| 20 | feuding | verb, adjectivev, adj | ||||
Best Hypernyms For CONTENTION
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
contention, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
assertion
asseveration
averment
conflict
difference
dispute
Phrases (2)
difference of opiniongroup action
