Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disputation
noun
ˌdɪspjʊˈteɪʃən
Definition
A formal debate or argument about a specific topic.
Examples
- The disputation between the two philosophers lasted for hours, covering various aspects of ethics.
- In the medieval university, disputation was a common method of teaching students critical thinking.
Meaning
Disputation refers to a discussion in which opposing views are presented and argued, often in a scholarly or structured manner.
Synonyms
- debate
- argument
- contention
- discussion
- controversy