contention
//kənˈtɛnʃən//
Noun
contentionSingular
contentionsPlural
1
Heated disagreement or argument between people or groups.
The new policy has become a source of contention among the employees.
2
An assertion or claim put forward in an argument or debate.
Her contention is that the new policy will harm small businesses.
3
The act of competing or striving to win something.
Three teams are in contention for the championship title.