Argued: meaning, definitions and examples

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argued

[ ˈɑːrɡjuːd ]

^{Context #1}

in a debate

present reasons for or against a thing; dispute or contend about it

Synonyms

contend, debate, dispute

Examples of usage

They argued the question for hours.
He argued that the proposed legislation would be harmful.

^{Context #2}

with someone

have an argument or disagreement with someone

Synonyms

clash, disagree, quarrel

Examples of usage

She argued with her friend about the decision.
He often argues with his boss over work issues.

^{Context #3}

legal context

make the case for or against something in a legal proceeding

Synonyms

advocate, plead, present

Examples of usage

The lawyer argued that his client was innocent.
The prosecution argued for a harsher sentence.

Translations

Translations of the word "argued" in other languages:

🇵🇹 argumentou

🇮🇳 बहस की

🇩🇪 stritt

🇮🇩 berdebat

🇺🇦 сперечався

🇵🇱 kłócił się

🇯🇵 議論した

🇫🇷 a argumenté

🇪🇸 discutió

🇹🇷 tartıştı

🇰🇷 논쟁했다

🇸🇦 جادل

🇨🇿 hádal se

🇸🇰 hádať sa

🇨🇳 争论了

🇸🇮 prepiral se je

🇮🇸 rökstudd

🇰🇿 дауласты

🇬🇪 იკამათა

🇦🇿 mübahisə etdi

🇲🇽 discutió

Word origin

The word 'argued' originates from the Latin word 'argūtus', which means 'to declare, assert'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include presenting reasons for or against something, disputing, or having a disagreement. The concept of arguing has been a fundamental part of human communication and decision-making processes throughout history, with various forms of argumentation found in legal, political, and personal contexts.