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debate synonyms
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[
US
/dəˈbeɪt/ ]
[
UK
/dɪbˈeɪt/ ]
Synonyms
The presentation of an argument or arguments
words
affirm
argumentation
forensics
disputation
A discussion, often heated, in which a difference of opinion is expressed
argument
fight
difficulty
conflict
dispute
controversy
clash
disagreement
contention
quarrel
spat
tangle
bicker
rhubarb
polemic
tiff
squabble
wrangle
altercation
word (used in plural)
run-in
(Informal) hassle
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