Antonyms for dustup


Grammar : Noun
Spell : duhst-uhp
Phonetic Transcription : ˈdʌstˌʌp


Definition of dustup

Origin :
  • "fight," 1897, from dust + up; perhaps from dust "confusion, disturbance" (1590s). To dust (someone's) coat was ironical for "to beat (someone) soundly" (1680s).
  • As in argument : noun verbal fight
  • As in polemic : noun argument
  • As in difference : noun opposing views

Synonyms for dustup

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