Learn English Words the Easy Way Series – Contentious (adj)
This series is particularly tailored for people learning English – English words particularly. Like many languages, English words can be broken down into parts; each part has its own meaning, contributing to the overall meaning of the word itself. Understanding how each word is put together with “parts” helps a learner remember English words easier.
Contentious - (adj)
Meaning:
Causing an argument. Controversial.
In Part:
con + tenti + ous
together + stretch + [adj]
The root of the word Contentious is tenti which means stretch. Stretch here is like a tug of war between 2 people; both are pulling/stretching the rope in contest.
Hence, the word stems from stretching/tugging in a tug of war to being Controversial.
Examples:
A contentious issue.
Contentious views.
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