Argumentative
(adjective)
- Inclined or tending to argue; disposed to disagree or dispute.
- Given to or characterized by argument; controversial.
Origin:
From the latin word "argumentativus" meaning logical or reasoning.
Examples:
- He had an argumentative personality and was always ready for a debate.
- The argumentative tone of the article made it clear that the author was biased.
- The meeting became argumentative as tempers flared and opinions clashed.
- The discussion was argumentative and no consensus was reached.
- The argumentative nature of the text made it difficult to understand the author's point of view.