contentious
/kənˈtɛnʃəs/
adjective
- Likely to cause disagreement or argument; controversial.
- The new law is highly contentious and has sparked protests.
- They avoided discussing contentious topics at the dinner table.
- The election results were contentious and led to a recount.
- Having a tendency to argue; quarrelsome.
- The contentious neighbor complained about everything.
- He has a contentious personality and often picks fights.
- Her contentious remarks made the meeting uncomfortable.