Ahem and Contention

Ahem noun - The utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc..

Contention and ahem are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Contention" instead a noun "Ahem".

Contention noun - An idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate.

Ahem and contention are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ahem" instead a noun "Contention".

Nearby Words: content, contented, contentious, contenting