Definition & Meaning of "dispute"

Dispute

a disagreement or argument, often involving conflicting opinions or interests

coming into conflict with

to dispute

to doubt a fact or to call its truth into question

to argue with someone, particularly over the ownership of something, facts, etc.

Example

The neighbors resolved the dispute civilly through open communication and compromise.

A compromise will end the dispute.

An enforceable agreement between neighbors resolved the property boundary dispute.

The company had multiple disputes with its competitors.

The ongoing dispute is hazarding diplomatic relations.

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