Argumentative: meaning, definitions and examples
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argumentative
[ ˌɑːrɡjʊˈmɛntətɪv ]
in a debate
Expressing or presenting a point of view in a debate or argument; having a tendency to argue or debate; characterized by a tendency to disagree or argue with others.
Synonyms
contentious, controversial, disputatious, quarrelsome
Examples of usage
- He is known for his argumentative nature during debates.
- She can be quite argumentative when discussing politics.
- The argumentative tone of the discussion made it difficult to reach a consensus.
writing or speech
Inclined to argue or dispute; often used to describe writing or speech that aims to persuade or convince by presenting a strong argument.
Synonyms
convincing, eloquent, forceful, persuasive
Examples of usage
- Her argumentative essay convinced many readers of her point of view.
- The lawyer's argumentative skills were evident in the courtroom.
- An argumentative speech can be effective in swaying opinions.
Translations
Translations of the word "argumentative" in other languages:
🇵🇹 argumentativo
🇮🇳 विवादास्पद
🇩🇪 streitlustig
🇮🇩 argumentatif
🇺🇦 аргументативний
- дискусійний
- схильний до суперечок
🇵🇱 argumentacyjny
🇯🇵 議論好きな
🇫🇷 argumentatif
🇪🇸 argumentativo
🇹🇷 tartışmacı
🇰🇷 논쟁적인
🇸🇦 جدلي
🇨🇿 argumentativní
🇸🇰 argumentatívny
🇨🇳 好争论的
🇸🇮 argumentativen
🇮🇸 röksemdafullur
🇰🇿 пікірталасқыш
🇬🇪 არგუმენტირებული
🇦🇿 mübahisəli
🇲🇽 argumentativo
Word origin
The word 'argumentative' originated in the mid 17th century from the Latin word 'argumentat-' (from the verb 'arguere' meaning 'to make clear, prove, accuse') combined with the suffix '-ive'. Over time, it evolved to describe someone or something characterized by a tendency to argue or present strong points of view in debates or discussions.
See also: arguable, arguably, argued, arguer, arguing, outargue, unarguable.