Contention and Supposition

Contention

Contention noun - An idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate.
Usage example: my contention is that today's lower batting averages are the result of better pitching

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

Supposition

Supposition noun - An idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation.

Contention and supposition are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contention" instead a noun "Supposition".

How words are described

main main contention main supposition
ridiculous ridiculous contention ridiculous supposition
earlier earlier contention earlier supposition
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