dispute
/ˈdɪs.pjuːt//dɪsˈpjuːt/
noun
- 1
An argument or disagreement, a failure to agree.
- 2
Verbal controversy or disagreement; altercation; debate.
verb
- 1
To contend in argument; to argue against something maintained, upheld, or claimed, by another
- 2
To make a subject of disputation; to argue pro and con; to discuss
“Some residents disputed the proposal, saying it was based more on emotion than fact.”
- 3
To oppose by argument or assertion; to controvert; to express dissent or opposition to; to call in question; to deny the truth or validity of
“to dispute assertions or arguments”
- 4
To strive or contend about; to contest
- 5
To struggle against; to resist
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