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arguing
AH-gyoo-ihng
Arguing (noun) means the act of disagreeing with someone, often heatedly, or of putting forward reasons to support a position. Example: “Their constant arguing over small things made the car journey feel endless.”
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The act of disagreeing with someone, often heatedly, or of putting forward reasons to support a position.
"Their constant arguing over small things made the car journey feel endless."
"The arguing next door kept them awake half the night."
"His arguing finally convinced the committee to change the policy."
How to use arguing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe activity of arguing — either a quarrel or the act of making a case for something.
Common mistake
As a noun this describes the ongoing activity ("all this arguing"), while "argument" more often names a single instance or the reasoning itself.
Common pairings
stop arguing
constant arguing
arguing over money
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Synonyms
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quarrelling
bickering
disputing
debating
squabbling
disagreeing
contestation
argument
controversy
disputation
disceptation
contention
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Rhymes for arguing
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What does “arguing” mean?
The word “arguing” means the act of disagreeing with someone, often heatedly, or of putting forward reasons to support a position. In plain terms, the activity of arguing — either a quarrel or the act of making a case for something.
How do you pronounce “arguing”?
“Arguing” is pronounced AH-gyoo-ihng (/ˈɑː(ɹ).ɡju.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “arguing” in a sentence?
Here is “arguing” used in a sentence: “The arguing next door kept them awake half the night.”
What part of speech is “arguing”?
“Arguing” is a noun.
Is “arguing” a common word?
“Arguing” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "arguing" and "quarrelling"?
Both involve disagreement, but quarrelling implies an angry, personal falling-out. Arguing can mean disagreeing heatedly, but it also covers calmly putting forward reasons to support a position, as in a debate.
What is the difference between "arguing" and "debating"?
Debating is usually a structured, reasoned exchange of opposing views, often formal. Arguing can be reasoned too, but it frequently suggests a more heated or emotional disagreement between people.
What is the difference between "arguing" and "discussing"?
Discussing simply means talking something over, without any suggestion of conflict. Arguing implies disagreement, whether that means quarrelling or firmly presenting reasons for a particular view.
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