CONTENTIOUS


Meaning of CONTENTIOUS in English

A ~ issue causes a lot of disagreement or arguments. (FORMAL)

Sanctions are expected to be among the most ~ issues.

...a country where land prices are politically ~.

= controversial

ADJ

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