controvert

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Synonyms: introvert, controversy, controverse, contriver, antrovert, controverts, contrivers, controler

Antonyms: introvert, controversy, controverse, contriver, antrovert, controverts, contrivers, controler

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To [[dispute]], to argue about (something). {{defdate|from 16th c.}}
2. {{lb|en|transitive}} To argue against (something or someone); to [[contradict]], to [[deny]]. {{defdate|from 16th c.}}
3. {{lb|en|intransitive}} To be involved or engaged in [[controversy]]; to [[argue]]. {{defdate|from 17th c.}}

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