Contentious vs. Controversy — What's the Difference?

Given to contention; quarrelsome.

Controversy is a state of prolonged public dispute or debate, usually concerning a matter of conflicting opinion or point of view. The word was coined from the Latin controversia, as a composite of controversus – "turned in an opposite direction".

Involving or causing contention; controversial

Prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion

Marked by heated arguments or controversy.

A dispute, especially a public one, between sides holding opposing views.

Given to struggling with others out of jealousy or discord.

The act or practice of engaging in such disputes

Fond of contention; given to angry debate; provoking dispute or contention; quarrelsome.

A debate or discussion of opposing opinions; (generally) strife.

Relating to contention or strife; involving or characterized by contention.

Contention; dispute; debate; discussion; agitation of contrary opinions.

Contested; litigated; litigious; having power to decide controversy.

Quarrel; strife; cause of variance; difference.

Inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits;

A suit in law or equity; a question of right.

Involving or likely to cause controversy;

A contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement;

Having or showing a ready disposition to fight;