Argumentative: meaning, definitions and examples

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argumentative

 

[ ˌɑːrɡjʊˈmɛntətɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

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.
Context #2 | Adjective

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

🇵🇱 argumentacyjny

🇯🇵 議論好きな

🇫🇷 argumentatif

🇪🇸 argumentativo

🇹🇷 tartışmacı

🇰🇷 논쟁적인

🇸🇦 جدلي

🇨🇿 argumentativní

🇸🇰 argumentatívny

🇨🇳 好争论的

🇸🇮 argumentativen

🇮🇸 röksemdafullur

🇰🇿 пікірталасқыш

🇬🇪 არგუმენტირებული

🇦🇿 mübahisəli

🇲🇽 argumentativo

Etymology

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.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,160, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.