Väitellä
väitellä is a Finnish verb that translates to "to argue," "to debate," or "to dispute" in English. It describes the act of engaging in a discussion where opposing viewpoints are presented and defended. This can occur in various contexts, from casual conversations between friends to formal academic or political discussions.
The verb implies a difference of opinion or a disagreement that needs to be resolved or explored
In academic settings, väitellä often refers to the process of defending a thesis or dissertation, a formal