adverb
- in a manner characterized by argument, debate, or a tendency to argue; contentiously
Usage: formal; derived from the adjective 'disputatious'
Examples
- He disputatiously challenged every point made during the meeting.
- She responded disputatiously to the proposal, raising objections at every turn.
- The panel members discussed the topic disputatiously, unable to reach consensus.
- He spoke disputatiously about the new policy, questioning its validity.
- They approached the negotiation disputatiously rather than seeking common ground.