Meaning of the word dispute in English

What does dispute mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dispute

US /dɪˈspjuːt/

UK /dɪˈspjuːt/

a disagreement, argument, or debate

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The border dispute between the two countries escalated.

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They settled their dispute through mediation.

Synonym:

argument debate controversy quarrel conflict

to argue about something; to discuss heatedly

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They continued to dispute the terms of the contract.

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No one can dispute the fact that he is talented.

Synonym:

argue debate challenge question contest