Contentious Meaning

There are 2 meaning(s) for word Contentious

Meaning 1 : inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits

    Example : a style described as abrasive and contentious

    Synonyms : combative,  disputatious,  disputative,  litigious
Meaning 2 : involving or likely to cause controversy

    Example : a central and contentious element of the book