Debate
Discussion
Synonyms: Discussion, discourse, argument, wrangle, war of words, argumentation, sparring, dissension, controversy, conflict, negotiations, dialogue, interest, rap session, contestation, exchange of views, parley, dispute, altercation, arguing, wrangling, disputation, disagreement, contention, disharmony, talks, comment, confab, and velitation.
Discuss
Synonyms: Discuss, talk over, talk about, exchange views about, argue, argue the pros and cons of, wrangle over, contend over, controvert, kick about, bat about, confer about, talk through, exchange views on, thrash out, argue about, dispute, bandy words concerning, contest, moot, kick around, and bat around.
Ponder
Synonyms: Consider, think over, chew over, turn over in one's mind, ponder, reflect, muse, cogitate, cerebrate, give some thought to, think about, mull over, weigh up, deliberate, contemplate, meditate, and pore on.
Example Sentences
The debate lasted for several hours.
They had a heated debate yesterday.
The topic sparked intense debate immediately.
He participated in the debate eagerly.