To dispute means to challenge, question, or disagree with something. In the context of psychology, it refers to psychologists expressing differing opinions or arguments against a particular concept or idea.
Related terms
Critique: A critique involves carefully analyzing and evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of an idea or theory.
Contradict: Contradicting means to assert the opposite of what someone else has said or claimed, pointing out inconsistencies or flaws in their argument.
Challenge: Challenging entails questioning and putting forth alternative perspectives to encourage critical thinking and further exploration of an idea.