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Plural
disputations
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a structured academic discussion on a thesis
- 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.
- In medieval universities, disputation was a common method for defending a thesis.
- The disputation lasted for hours, with both sides presenting compelling arguments on the thesis.
- He prepared extensively for the disputation scheduled for next week.
Synonyms:
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a formal discussion where people hold differing views and fail to reach an agreement
- 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.
- A heated disputation erupted during the conference regarding the ethical implications of the study.
- The disputation between the two political candidates was broadcasted live for all to see.
- Despite the lengthy disputation, both sides remained firmly entrenched in their positions.