argumentation

Definition of Argumentation in English :

1. argument, argumentation, debate

a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal

Example Sentences:
'the argument over foreign aid goes on and on'

a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning

Example Sentences:
'I can't follow your line of reasoning'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Argumentation

noun

1.

the process of reasoning methodically

2. a less common word for argument (sense 2), argument (sense 3)

noun

1.

the process of arriving at reasons and conclusions; arguing or reasoning

2.

discussion in which there is disagreement; debate

n.

1. The presentation and elaboration of an argument or arguments.

2. Deductive reasoning in debate.

3. A debate.