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- pronunciation:
- arg
yu
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
argues, arguing, argued |
| definition 1: |
to disagree; quarrel.
The children argued over which game to play.- synonyms:
- quarrel
- similar words:
- contest
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| definition 2: |
to make statements that support your idea or opinion.
His parents argued that a new car would be too expensive.- synonyms:
- claim
- similar words:
- dispute, state
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| related words: |
conflict, deny, discuss, fight |
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| derivation: |
arguer (n.) |
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