disputation
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ˈdɪs
dis
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pju
pyoo
ta
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British pronunciation
/dɪspjuːtˈeɪʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "disputation"in English

Disputation
01

a structured academic discussion on a thesis

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Examples
The student successfully defended his thesis during the disputation, earning high praise from the panel.
The disputation concluded with a unanimous agreement on the thesis's validity.
02

a formal discussion where people hold differing views and fail to reach an agreement

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The lawyer engaged in a disputation with the opposing counsel over the interpretation of the contract.
The disputation over the budget proposal led to significant delays in the project ’s timeline.
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