DEBATE


Meaning of DEBATE in English

I. noun

1.

Synonyms: argumentation , dialectic, disputation, forensic, mooting

Related Word: controverting, rebutting, refuting

2.

Synonyms: attention 1, application, concentration, consideration, deliberation, heed, study

II. verb

Synonyms: discuss 1, agitate, argue, canvass, discept, dispute, ||kick around, moot, thrash out, toss (around)

Related Word: altercate, quarrel, wrangle; confute, controvert, disprove, rebut, refute; demonstrate, prove; contend, contest

Contrasted words: agree, coincide, concur; affirm, aver, maintain, profess

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