🗣️debates

noun
/dɪˈbeɪts/

Meaning

Formal discussions where different viewpoints are presented and argued.
Formal discussions on particular topics in public meetings or legislative assemblies.
A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly.

Example Sentences

Debates on governance lasted throughout the session.

Heated debates ensued over the legitimacy of the actions.

Debates foster intellectual growth.

Synonyms

discussions, arguments, disputes, deliberations, conversations, dialogues
Entry 1
discussions, arguments
Entry 2
discussions, arguments, disputes, deliberations, conversations, dialogues
Entry 3
discussions, arguments

Antonyms

agreement, silence, consensus, harmony, accord, unity, agreements
Entry 1
agreement, silence
Entry 2
consensus, agreement, harmony, accord, unity, silence
Entry 3
agreements, silence

More Example Sentences

She takes part in debates at school.

He completely lost interest in online debates.

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