argumentation

Noun	1.	argumentation - a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal; "the argument over foreign aid goes on and on" debate, argument give-and-take, discussion, word - an exchange of views on some topic; "we had a good discussion"; "we had a word or two about it"
	2.	argumentation - the methodical process of logical reasoning; "I can't follow your line of reasoning" line of reasoning, logical argument, line abstract thought, logical thinking, reasoning - thinking that is coherent and logical line of inquiry, line of questioning - an ordering of questions so as to develop a particular argument casuistry - argumentation that is specious or excessively subtle and intended to be misleading policy - a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government; "they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation"

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