argument

ar-gu-ment · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An exchange of diverging or opposite views, typically a heated one.

  2. 2.

    A reason or set of reasons given to support an idea, action, or theory.

  3. 3.

    [logic]A series of propositions leading to a conclusion.

  4. 4.

    [computing]A value passed to a function or program.

  5. 5.

    [mathematics]The independent variable of a function.

Forms

plural: arguments

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    for the sake of argument — Hypothetically, for purposes of discussion.
  • •
    win/lose an argument — Prevail or fail in a debate.
  • •
    get into an argument — Begin to argue.
  • •
    put forward an argument — Present a case or reasoning.

Related words

Antonyms: accord, agreement, harmony
See also: argue, debate, dispute, reasoning
Synonyms: debate, disagreement, dispute, quarrel, reasoning

Etymology

From Latin argumentum ("evidence, proof, argument"), from arguere ("to make clear, prove").