arguing
Definition
Noun: 1. The act of engaging in a dispute or disagreement: "Arguing" refers to the process of exchanging opposing views, often in a heated or contentious manner. It involves presenting reasons for or against something, typically with strong disagreement.
Usage
"Arguing" is used to describe the action or instance of having an argument. It emphasizes the ongoing process of verbal conflict rather than the single topic of disagreement. - The constant arguing between the neighbors kept everyone awake. - After hours of arguing, they finally reached a compromise.
Advanced Usage
- "to be arguing the toss": (British English, idiomatic) To dispute or argue about a decision that has already been made and is unlikely to be changed.
- There's no point arguing the toss; the manager's decision is final.
Variants and Related Words
- Argument (n): A reason or set of reasons given to support an idea, or a verbal dispute. This is the related noun form from which "arguing" is derived.
- She presented a strong argument for the new policy.
- Argue (v): The base verb meaning to give reasons or evidence in support of an idea, or to exchange opposing views.
- They argue about politics every time they meet.
Synonyms
- Disputing: Engaging in argument or debate.
- Quarreling: Having an angry argument or disagreement.
- Debating: Discussing a topic formally, often involving opposing arguments.
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Argue out: To discuss something thoroughly until a conclusion is reached.
- We need to argue out all the details before we sign the contract.
- Argue down: To defeat someone in an argument or to persuade someone against their original position.
- He tried to argue his point, but she argued him down with facts.
Related Idioms
- Arguing for arguing's sake: Arguing not to reach a conclusion but simply because one enjoys disputing.
- Don't listen to him; he's just arguing for arguing's sake.
Noun
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a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
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they were involved in a violent argument
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