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