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disputation

noun

A contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement

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Word Facts

Word length
11
Starts with
D
Ends with
N
Contains
IS
Scrabble score
14
CEFR level
A1

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Pronunciation

dɪsˌpjuːˈteɪʃən

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Definitions

noun

  1. A contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement

    “They were involved in a violent argument”

noun

  1. The formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)

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Example Sentences

They were involved in a violent argument

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