contention

a disagreement or argument, especially one about an important issue

disputa, controversia, debate

• contention over/about something

Collocations contention over policy · contention about the issue

• There was a lot of contention over the new law.

  Hubo mucho debate sobre la nueva ley.

the act of stating something firmly and strongly, often as part of an argument or discussion

afirmación, declaración, enunciado

• make a contention

Collocations make a contentious claim · put forward a contention

• He made his contention clearly and forcefully.

  Él presentó su afirmación de manera clara y firme.

a struggle or fight, especially one that is difficult and long-lasting

lucha, batalla, esfuerzo

• contention for something

Collocations contention for power · contention for control

• There was a long contention for the leadership of the group.

  Hubo una larga lucha por la liderazgo del grupo.