argue
/ˈɑrɡju/
noun
- A verbal disagreement or quarrel.
- I don't want to start an argument over something so small.
- They had a heated argument about money.
- The argument ended when both sides apologized.
- A reason or set of reasons given to support or oppose an idea or action.
- The article presents a strong argument for renewable energy.
- He made a convincing argument against the new policy.
- Her main argument was that education should be free for everyone.
verb
- To express disagreement or exchange angry words with someone.
- The neighbors were arguing loudly over the property line.
- My brother and I often argue about which TV show to watch.
- It's not worth arguing with a stubborn person.
- To give reasons or evidence to support or oppose an idea, opinion, or claim.
- She argued in favor of a longer school day.
- The lawyer argued that her client was innocent.
- Scientists argue that climate change is caused by human activity.
- To persuade someone to do or not do something by giving reasons.
- He argued his parents into letting him go to the concert.
- They argued the manager into giving them a refund.
- I tried to argue her out of quitting her job.
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