(a) strong argument, especially over social, moral or political matters

debate, dispute

a formal discussion, e.g. at a public meeting, by a committee

discussion of issues; consideration

a strong verbal attack

harangue, criticism

the state of discussing for being discussed; talk in order to discuss

talk with another

a long written account (e.g. as prepared for a higher university degree)

scholarly thesis

an angry argument; strong disagreement; a cause for being angry; reason for protest or complaint

disagreement