a point asserted as part of an argument
Used in a Sentence
contention
How to use contention in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for contention.
Editorial note
"Yes, and my contention is that it will never be enough.
Examples5
Definitions3
Parts of speech1
Quick take
a point asserted as part of an argument
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of contention gathered in one view.
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement; "they were involved in a violent argument"
the act of competing as for profit or a prize; "the teams were in fierce contention for first place"
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for contention.
noun
a point asserted as part of an argument
noun
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement; "they were involved in a violent argument"
See also: controversy, contestation, disputation, disceptation, tilt, argument, arguing
noun
the act of competing as for profit or a prize; "the teams were in fierce contention for first place"
See also: competition, rivalry
Example sentences
"Yes, and my contention is that it will never be enough.
Semmelweis' contention was that "cadaveric particles" were making their way into patients, and that those particles could only be removed by lime.
Court dismissed contention that linking constituted copyright violation, because there was no literal copying.
But the idea that the undergraduate experience is marvelous and the idea that the undergraduate experience needs a lot of fixing are not necessarily in contention with one another.
My contention is that he appropriated other people's original ideas, and other people implemented his modifications.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use contention in a sentence?
"Yes, and my contention is that it will never be enough.
What does contention mean?
a point asserted as part of an argument
What part of speech is contention?
contention is commonly used as noun.