debate

debatt, diskussion, meningsutbyte, debattera

1. An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision.

2. (uncountable) Discussion of opposing views.

3. An informal and spirited but generally civil discussion of opposing views.

4. (ambitransitive, reciprocal) To participate in a debate; to dispute, argue, especially in a public arena. [from 14th c.]