contestare — meaning in English
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English meaning
- argue verb To exchange differing opinions, often heatedly.
- contradict verb To say something that is the opposite of, or inconsistent with, another statement.
- object noun A physical thing that can be seen or touched.
Senses
contestare is used for these senses in English:
- argue (intransitive) To debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints; to controvert; to wrangle.
- contradict To deny the truth or validity of (a statement or statements).
- object (intransitive) To disagree with or oppose something or someone; (especially in a Court of Law) to raise an objection.
argue — full definition
- verb To exchange differing opinions, often heatedly.
- verb To give reasons in support of a position.
contradict — full definition
- verb To say something that is the opposite of, or inconsistent with, another statement.
- verb To argue that someone is wrong by directly opposing what they say.