argument

noun
/ˈɑːrɡjumənt/

Meaning

a disagreement, or a reason given to support or oppose an idea
an exchange of diverging or opposite views; a reason or set of reasons given in support of an idea
A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

Example Sentences

They had a heated argument about money.

They had a heated argument about politics.

His argument was based on majority.

Example Expressions

winning an argument

Synonyms

dispute, quarrel, debate, reasoning, contention, disagreement, justification, reason
Entry 1
dispute, quarrel, debate, reasoning, contention
Entry 2
debate, dispute, disagreement, reasoning
Entry 3
justification, reason

Antonyms

agreement, harmony, consensus
Entry 1
agreement, harmony, consensus
Entry 2
agreement, harmony, consensus
Entry 3
agreement, harmony

Collocations

heated argument, strong argument, compelling argument, logical argument, valid argument
Entry 1
heated argument, strong argument, compelling argument, logical argument
Entry 2
strong argument, heated argument, valid argument

More Example Sentences

The argument is lacking in evidence.

They moved on from the argument quickly.

The argument ended up being unnecessary.

They chose not to start an argument again.

They act like strangers after the argument.

He stopped the argument from getting worse.

He managed to stay calm during the argument.

It’s difficult to stay calm during an argument.

He is smart enough to walk away from an argument.

They were on the point of getting into an argument.

Related Vocabularies

An official representing a country abroad; a person skilled in dealing with people tactfully.
a source of help or protection in a difficult situation
a small package or container holding items or information
The act of delaying or postponing tasks or activities.
a count or record of a number or amount; a score or total
A formal meeting for discussion, especially one that takes place regularly.

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