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disputation

 

[ หŒdษชs.pjuหˆteษช.สƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

formal debate

Disputation refers to a formal debate or argumentation where two or more parties present opposing viewpoints on a particular topic. It often occurs in academic or philosophical contexts and aims to explore various facets of an argument. Disputations may include structured presentations, rebuttals, and questioning. The term can also imply a serious dispute that goes beyond casual conversation and involves critical analysis of ideas or beliefs.

Synonyms

argument, contention, debate, disagreement, discourse

Examples of usage

  • The disputation lasted for hours, covering various philosophical theories.
  • In medieval universities, disputations were a common method of teaching.
  • Their disputation on ethics revealed deeper moral dilemmas.
  • The annual disputation brought together scholars from around the globe.

Translations

Translations of the word "disputation" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น disputa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Auseinandersetzung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perdebatan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ััƒะฟะตั€ะตั‡ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ spรณr

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ซ–ไบ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dispute

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ disputa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tartฤฑลŸma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ผ์Ÿ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุฒุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ spor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ spor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบ‰่ฎบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ spor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ deilur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะฐัƒ-ะดะฐะผะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ‘แƒแƒขแƒแƒŸแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผbahisษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ disputa

Etymology

The term 'disputation' derives from the Latin word 'disputatio', which means 'a reasoning' or 'discussion'. It is composed of the prefix 'dis-', meaning 'apart', and 'putare', meaning 'to reckon' or 'to think'. The word entered the English language in the late Middle Ages, particularly in the context of scholastic debates that were held in universities and religious institutions. These formal arguments were pivotal in the development of Western philosophy and theology as scholars debated various theological and philosophical questions. Over time, the term evolved to encompass any formal dispute or debate, extending its use beyond academic settings into legal and political discourse. Throughout history, disputations have played an essential role in shaping ideas and fostering critical thinking.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,348, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.