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Moderatedispute
The correct spelling is dispute.
How to pronounce dispute
/ˈdɪs.pjuːt/
nounIPA: /ˈdɪs.pjuːt/
Say it like: Dis-put-e
The correct spelling is dispute. An argument or disagreement, a failure to agree. For example: "Some residents disputed the proposal, saying it was based more on emotion than fact."
Usage Examples
“Some residents disputed the proposal, saying it was based more on emotion than fact.”
“to dispute assertions or arguments”
Meanings
noun
- 1.An argument or disagreement, a failure to agree.
- 2.Verbal controversy or disagreement; altercation; debate.
verb
- 1.To contend in argument; to argue against something maintained, upheld, or claimed, by another
- 2.To make a subject of disputation; to argue pro and con; to discuss
- 3.To oppose by argument or assertion; to controvert; to express dissent or opposition to; to call in question; to deny the truth or validity of
- 4.To strive or contend about; to contest
- 5.To struggle against; to resist
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