See Also: controvert(dictionary)

controvert (iou)



controvert verb. M16.
[from Latin contro- in controversus + vertere: see CONTROVERSY.]
verb trans.
a. Make a subject of verbal contention; argue about, debate. M16.
Henry Fielding A point which was controverted between Mr. Thwackum and Mr. Square.
b. Dispute (a right, possession, etc.); contest (an election). L16-M19.
verb intrans. Engage in controversy (with). M16.
verb trans. Attempt to disprove; argue against, deny (an idea). E17.
A. G. Gardiner The idea..was too foolish to be controverted.
controverter noun L16.
contro'vertible adjective debatable E17.
controvertist noun a controversialist M17.