Definitions
- Describing a topic or issue that is not likely to cause disagreement or conflict. - Referring to a statement or opinion that is not likely to be challenged or disputed. - Talking about a decision or action that is unlikely to be opposed or contested.
- Describing a topic or issue that is not likely to cause disagreement or dispute. - Referring to a statement or opinion that is not likely to be challenged or debated. - Talking about a decision or action that is unlikely to be opposed or controversial.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not likely to cause disagreement or conflict.
- 2Both words can be used to describe topics, statements, opinions, decisions, or actions.
- 3Both words have the prefix 'un-', indicating the absence of something (contention or controversy).
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Uncontentious is less common than uncontroversial and may be more formal or technical in some contexts.
- 2Meaning: Uncontentious emphasizes the absence of disagreement or conflict, while uncontroversial emphasizes the absence of controversy or dispute.
- 3Connotation: Uncontentious may connote neutrality or lack of interest, while uncontroversial may connote agreement or consensus.
- 4Usage in context: Uncontentious is often used in legal or academic contexts, while uncontroversial is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Uncontentious and uncontroversial are synonyms that describe something that is not likely to cause disagreement or conflict. However, uncontentious emphasizes the absence of contention or strife, while uncontroversial emphasizes the absence of controversy or dispute. While both words have similar meanings, uncontroversial is more commonly used in everyday language, while uncontentious may be more formal or technical in some contexts.
