1. heated disagreements or disputes
Usage: plural of contention
2. assertions or claims made in an argument
Usage: plural of contention

Examples

• The contentions between the two parties delayed the negotiations.
• Their contentions about the budget grew more heated each day.
• The lawyer presented several contentions to support her case.
• Political contentions dominated the town hall meeting.
• The board meeting was filled with contentions over the new policy.
• His contentions were based on solid evidence and research.
• The contentions arose from different interpretations of the contract.