Attack
Attack noun - The act or action of setting upon with force or violence.
Contention and attack are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Contention" instead a noun "Attack".
Contention
Contention noun - An idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate.
Attack and contention are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Attack" instead a noun "Contention".
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
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The question of whether or not the Barrier was deliberately formed and used as an attack on humanity is a constant point of contention among the fanbase... and something that varies wildly from story to story.
Source: Fan Fic / The Conversion Bureau
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