contention
Translation
contention, dispute, assertion, claim
Examples
The main point of contention was the proposed budget.
The main point of contention was the proposed budget.
It is my contention that the theory is flawed.
It is my contention that the theory is flawed.
Grammar Patterns
a point/source of contention A subject of disagreement. The budget is a point of contention.
It is (sb.'s) contention that... It is someone's assertion that... It is my contention that he is innocent.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dispute, argument, assertion, claim
Etymology
From Latin 'contendere' (to strive, to assert), from 'con-' (with) + 'tendere' (to stretch). The idea is of 'stretching against' someone.
Memory Tips
Think of two people 'tending' in opposite directions, which creates 'contention' or argument.