Associations to the word «Contestation»

Wiktionary

CONTESTATION, noun. The act of contesting; emulation; rivalry; strife; dispute.
CONTESTATION, noun. Proof by witness; attestation; testimony.

Dictionary definition

CONTESTATION, noun. A contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement; "they were involved in a violent argument".

Wise words

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