disputant

[dih-spyoo-tnt]

disputant Definition

  • 1a person who is engaged in an argument or debate
  • 2a person who disputes or disagrees with someone else

Using disputant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disputant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The disputants argued for hours without reaching a conclusion.

  • Example

    The two disputants had opposing views on the issue.

  • Example

    The disputant presented a well-reasoned argument to support his position.

disputant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for disputant

Antonyms for disputant

Phrases with disputant

  • a person or group involved in a legal dispute or lawsuit

    Example

    The party disputants were unable to reach a settlement and the case went to trial.

  • disputant's fallacy

    an error in reasoning that occurs when a disputant assumes that their opponent's argument must be false because the opponent has a vested interest in the outcome

    Example

    The disputant's fallacy is a common mistake made in debates and arguments.

  • disputant's burden

    the obligation of a disputant to provide evidence or proof to support their argument

    Example

    The disputant's burden is an important concept in legal proceedings.

Origins of disputant

from Latin 'disputant-', present participle of 'disputare', meaning 'to discuss, to dispute'

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Summary: disputant in Brief

A 'disputant' [dih-spyoo-tnt] is a person who engages in an argument or debate, often with opposing views. It can refer to parties involved in legal disputes or lawsuits. The term also encompasses concepts like the 'disputant's fallacy,' an error in reasoning, and the 'disputant's burden,' the obligation to provide evidence to support an argument.