UNCONTENTIOUS Synonyms: 97 Similar and Opposite Words

uncontentious

adjective

Definition of uncontentious

as in peaceable

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Recent Examples of uncontentious On their face, diversity, equity and inclusion may seem uncontentious. — David A. Lieb, Anchorage Daily News, 18 Apr. 2023 That they were won at all keeps the Horned Frogs and Wolverines in the thick of the playoff picture and continues what had been a very uncontentious and controversy-free postseason race. — Paul Myerberg, USA TODAY, 20 Nov. 2022 The privilege claims rarely came into play during the uncontentious interviews, and the Pence aides only declined to answer a few questions, according to sources. — Gloria Borger, CNN, 3 Feb. 2022 The first, largely uncontentious map, was presented by the nonpartisan redistricting commission. — Washington Post, 10 Nov. 2021 Worse, any hope that the pandemic would be politically uncontentious has evaporated. — The Economist, 3 June 2020

Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncontentious

Adjective

This is, in fact, the definition of a peaceable revolution, if any such is possible.

— René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
An American passport has, for generations, been not just a peaceable visa but a kind of holy grail—a thing valued above all other official documents.

— Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of peaceable

Adjective

Beavers are considered nonaggressive animals and typically avoid human contact.

— Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026
These solitary, nonaggressive bees use small pieces of leaves to build their nests, causing only cosmetic harm to the plant.

— Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2026

Definition of nonaggressive

Adjective

More than a year ago, Lamont and Fazio had an amiable relationship on a personal level in their hometown of Greenwich.

— Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 3 Nov. 2026
Revered English actor Patrick Stewart, the Emmy-winning performer known for his work on stage and screen, and beloved for both his amiable persona and roles in popular franchises like Star Trek and X-Men, died Wednesday at his home in Los Angeles.

— Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of amiable

Adjective

Afternoons should be mild and mostly sunny, with lower humidity making outdoor plans more pleasant.

— Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 2 Nov. 2026
As Los Angeles became more crowded and less pleasant a place to live, the high-handedness of Southern California developers and officialdom occasionally got those hands slapped.

— Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of pleasant

Adjective

Look out for the odd duck bobbing past while enjoying a private breakfast on the balcony, or a peaceful after-dark nightcap.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
The protests were peaceful during the period Deadline observed the demonstration, while store customers — many dressed in Hogwarts house scarves — appeared to still be enjoying their experience.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of peaceful

Adjective

The majority of the industry’s bycatch is jellyfish, pacific cod, and squid.

— Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026
National Aquarium cams The National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland, operates a series of cameras of marine animals, including reef sharks, jellyfish and fish in a Pacific coral reef.

— Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 1 June 2026

Definition of pacific

Adjective

Some participants appreciate the light-hearted and good-natured humor, expressing gratitude and finding it timely and amusing.

— Edith Pritchett, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026
Carl was good-natured, tall but unimposing, beloved in their small department.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of good-natured

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