argue vi. 争论，辩论 vt. 说服
例句：We argued Ellen out of going on such a dangerous journey.
我们说服爱伦不要去作这样危险的旅行。

controversy n. 论争，辩论，论战
例句：The new government appointments have caused much controversy.
政府在人事上做的新的委任，引起了许多争论。

controversial adj. 争论的，争议的
例句：In deference to our host Elizabeth decided not to challenge his controversial remarks．
伊丽莎白出于对主人的尊敬，不对他有争议的话表示异议。

dispute v. 争论，辩论，怀疑，抗拒 n. 争论，辩论，争吵
例句：The students are disputing about the rights and wrong of the case in their discussion class.
学生们正在讨论课上激烈争论这个事件的是非曲直。

depute v. 委托
例句：Deputes at the moment revolves around whether other delegates should attend.
此刻的辩论围绕着其他代表们是否应该参加。