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dispute

/dɪˈspjuːt/  ·  say it: dis·PYOOT

to argue against; to question the truth of

In Debate & Persuasion

In more detail

1. (noun) a disagreement or argument between people or groups

2. (verb) to argue or disagree about something

3. (verb) to question whether something is true or correct

Examples

• 1. The two countries have a long-standing dispute over the border.
• 2. The workers are disputing their low wages with the company.
• 3. No one disputes that she is a talented musician.

Nearby in Debate & Persuasion

rebut, concede, advocate, counter, qualify, substantiate