contentious

definition: involving or likely to cause controversy
example: a central and contentious element of the book- Tim W.Ferfuson
speech part: adjective
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definition: inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits
example: a style described as abrasive and contentious
speech part: adjective
synonyms: combative

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