contention

a claim in an argument; or disagreement

दावा, तर्क; विवाद

Usage

Examples

It is my contention that exams test memory, not skill.

Water sharing is a bone of contention between the states.

Common mistake

The teacher asked for our full contention in class.

The teacher asked for our full attention in class.

Attention is focus; contention is a claim or dispute.

Remember: Contention: what two sides contend over.