sparred

Definitions

Engaged in an argument or dispute, typically one that is petty or prolonged.

Practiced boxing or another form of combat, usually with light contact or for training purposes.

Examples

The two boxers sparred for three rounds to prepare for their upcoming championship match.

The rival politicians sparred over the new tax policy during the televised debate.

Synonyms

argued bickered quarreled disputed clashed wrangled debated

Antonyms

agreed concurred harmonized cooperated united conceded aligned