disputed

intransitive verb disputed, disputing

1. to argue; debate
2. to quarrel

transitive verb

1. to argue or debate (a question); discuss pro and con
2. to question the truth of; doubt
3. to oppose in any way; resist
4. to fight for; contest: to dispute every foot of ground

noun

1. a disputing; argument; debate
2. a quarrel
3. Obsolete a fight