Arguer: meaning, definitions and examples

Duplicate term. Please refer to the previous entry.

A 'debater' is someone skilled in presenting arguments in a structured or formal setting, often seen in debate clubs or competitions. This word typically has a neutral or positive implication, emphasizing skills in logical reasoning and public speaking.

• He was an excellent debater in college, always presenting his points clearly and convincingly.
• The debate team practiced hard to improve their debating skills.

A 'disputant' refers to someone involved in a dispute or formal argument. This term is often used in legal or academic contexts and carries a neutral tone.

• The disputants presented their cases to the mediator.
• In the courtroom, each disputant argued their side fervently.

A 'contender' is generally used in the context of competition or sports, where someone competes for a prize or title. Unlike the other terms, it doesn't necessarily imply verbal confrontation but rather a competitive nature.

• She is a strong contender for the championship title this year.
• Among all the candidates, he emerged as the primary contender for the position.

Used to describe someone who often engages in arguments, usually on intellectual or serious topics.

• Jane is such an arguer; she loves debating philosophical ideas with her friends.

Describes someone who frequently engages in disputes or arguments, often over trivial matters.

• Tom and his neighbor are known quarrelers; they fight over the smallest things like parking and noise.

Refers to someone who gets into physical fights often, usually in public places. This term has a negative connotation.

• The bouncer had to break up a fight because the brawler wouldn't stop throwing punches at the bar.

Used for someone who often causes trouble or problems, usually in a disruptive or annoying way. This term has a negative connotation.

• The teacher had to send the troublemaker to the principal's office because he was disrupting the class.