noun as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

debate, argument, dispute

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Example Sentences

Example:The politicians engaged in a heated debate about policies.

Definition:a discussion in which people express differing points of view, often in a formal or public setting

From debate

Example:They had a long argument about the best approach to the problem.

Definition:a discussion in which people state opposing opinions, typically with the aim of demonstrating superiority of one’s own opinions

From argument

Example:The parties entered into a dispute over the terms of the contract.

Definition:a heated argument or quarrel, especially about a disputed point or principle

From dispute