n. Function: noun
1
Synonyms: REASON 3, ground, proof, wherefore, why, whyfor
Related Words: basis, foundation; position, posture, stance, standpoint
2 a vigorous often heated discussion of a moot question FF1C; their continuing argument over household expenses FF1E;
Synonyms: contention, controversy, dispute, hurrah, rumpus
Related Words: argumentation, debate, disputation, polemic; disagreement, dissension, squabbling; embroilment, fuss, hassle, wrangle
3
Synonyms: SUBJECT 2, head, matter, motif, motive, point, subject matter, text, theme, topic
Related Words: position, proposition, statement, thesis