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class struggle |
in Marxist theory, the constant contention for economic and political power that goes on between the owners of the means of production, or capitalists, and the workers. |
contentious |
marked by or involving contention. [1/2 definitions] |
dissension |
strong disagreement or contention. [1/2 definitions] |
friction |
conflict between people or groups of people; contention. [1/3 definitions] |
rebuttal |
a statement or contention, as in a debate or legal case, that is intended to disprove or confute another. |
strife |
contention or clash, as in combat; fight. [1/2 definitions] |
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