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Synonyms & Antonyms of contention
1
an idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate
- my contention is that today's lower batting averages are the result of better pitching
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2
an earnest effort for superiority or victory over another
- several actresses seem to be in heated contention for the title of "worst dressed"
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- ball game,
- battle,
- combat,
- competition,
- conflict,
- confrontation,
- contest,
- dogfight,
- duel,
- face-off,
- grapple,
- match,
- rivalry,
- strife,
- struggle,
- sweepstakes
- (also sweep-stake),
- tug-of-war,
- war,
- warfare
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The first known use of contention was in the 14th century
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