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議論 — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • argue verb To exchange differing opinions, often heatedly.
  • debate verb To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
  • discuss verb To talk over a topic with someone, weighing different views.
  • discussion noun A conversation or exchange of views about a particular subject.
  • dispute noun A disagreement or argument between people, often a formal or ongoing one.

Senses

議論 is used for these senses in English:

  • argue (intransitive) To debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints; to controvert; to wrangle.
  • argue (intransitive) To have an argument, a quarrel.
  • debate An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision.
  • discussion Conversation or debate concerning a particular topic.
  • dispute An argument or disagreement, a failure to agree.

argue — full definition

  1. verb To exchange differing opinions, often heatedly.
  2. verb To give reasons in support of a position.

debate — full definition

  1. verb To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
  2. verb To think something over carefully before deciding.
  3. noun A formal discussion of opposing views, often ending in a vote or decision.

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