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- [ahr-gyuh-muh nt]
- /ˈɑr gyə mənt/
- /ˈɑːɡ.jʊ.mənt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ahr-gyuh-muh nt]
- /ˈɑr gyə mənt/
Definitions of arguments word
- noun arguments an oral disagreement; verbal opposition; contention; altercation: a violent argument. 1
- noun arguments a discussion involving differing points of view; debate: They were deeply involved in an argument about inflation. 1
- noun arguments a process of reasoning; series of reasons: I couldn't follow his argument. 1
- noun arguments a statement, reason, or fact for or against a point: This is a strong argument in favor of her theory. 1
- noun arguments an address or composition intended to convince or persuade; persuasive discourse. 1
- noun arguments subject matter; theme: The central argument of his paper was presented clearly. 1
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Origin of arguments
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English (< Old French) < Latin argūmentum. See argue, -ment
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Parts of speech for Arguments
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
arguments popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
arguments usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for arguments
noun arguments
- persuasion — the act of persuading or seeking to persuade.
Antonyms for arguments
noun arguments
- agreements — Plural form of agreement.
Top questions with arguments
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