Level800
adjective (形容詞)
contentious
論争を招く、議論の的になる
💡 Usage & Nuance:
会議や交渉で意見が分かれ、議論が白熱するような問題やトピックを表すのに使われます。
🔄 Paraphrase & Synonyms
debatable
controversial
disputed
litigious
📝 Business Examples
The proposed merger became a highly contentious issue among shareholders.
提案された合併は、株主の間で非常に議論の的となる問題となった。
Part 5 Practice Quiz
Verify your vocabulary strength for "contentious"
The manager tried to avoid _______ topics during the team meeting.
🎉 正解 / Correct!
解説: 会議では「議論を招くような」話題を避けるのが一般的です。
English: Managers typically avoid 'contentious' (controversial) topics in meetings.
English: Managers typically avoid 'contentious' (controversial) topics in meetings.
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