contentious

/kənˈtɛn.ʃəs/adjective

Causing or full of strong disagreement and argument.

Example sentence

“Parking rules are a contentious issue in our neighborhood.”

Mostly describes issues and debates. Applied to a person, it means someone who loves to argue.

Related words

contentmentA quiet feeling of satisfaction with your life or situation.contentFeeling satisfied and at ease with what you have.continentOne of the earth's largest unbroken landmasses, usually separated from the others by oceans or major geographical features, sometimes counted together with its shelves and nearby islands.contendTo struggle or compete in order to win, keep, or defend something.contractA formal agreement, usually written, in which two or more parties promise to carry out specific work or duties.contemptA feeling that someone or something is worthless or beneath respect; scorn.