The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word ARGUMENTATIVE
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What does ARGUMENTATIVE mean?
ARGUMENTATIVE adjective- Of or relating to argumentation; specifically, presenting a logical argument or line of reasoning; argumentive, discursive.
- Prone to argue or dispute.