argumentative

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“Heartbreak House: A Fantasia in the Russian Manner on English Themes,” an argumentative state-of-the-nation play with eccentrically drawn characters of Chekhovian complexity, represents the pinnacle of the playwright’s achievement in this genre.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2024

"He became somewhat argumentative with the defense, and seemed to shirk responsibility for prior inconsistent statements," McQuade said.

From Salon • May 14, 2024

He had a shorter temper and was argumentative with family members in a way he never had been before the crash.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2024

The plant’s management complained that he was demanding and argumentative, and his supervisor barred him from returning.

From New York Times • Dec. 28, 2023

Even at the best of times, Tefu was a difficult fellow: dyspeptic, argumentative, overbearing.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela