Synonyms of argumentation

argumentation

noun

ˌär-gyə-mən-ˈtā-shən 

as in discussion

an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue

the matter is not subject to argumentation; my decision is final

Synonyms & Similar Words

• discussion
• debate
• consultation
• consult
• talk
• argument
• dialogue
• conversation
• conference
• deliberation
• meeting
• back-and-forth
• colloquy
• confabulation
• symposium
• counsel
• give-and-take
• consultancy
• palaver
• parley
• discourse
• argy-bargy
• forum
• council
• seminar
• negotiation
• confab
• chat room
• bull session
• chat
• roundtable
• bargaining
• disquisition
• skull session
• talkathon
• rap
• words
• pourparler

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of argumentation

As befits a logical proof, Gödel’s argumentation was very abstract and high-level. — Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 26 May 2026

Equally important—and often overlooked—are courses that sharpen reading, writing, and argumentation skills. — Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026

Through memorization, students begin to mimic the best that is in authors, employing their patterns of thought, lines of argumentation, and knowledge in their own thinking and academic work. — Daniel Buck, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026