controversy; contention; contestation; disputation; disceptation; tilt; argument; arguing




a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement

"they were involved in a violent argument"

Type of:
  • dispute; difference; difference of opinion; conflict

Types:
  • argy-bargy; argle-bargle
  • firestorm
  • sparring
  • polemic
  • fight


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