Outarguing: meaning, definitions and examples

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outarguing

 

[ aʊtˈɑrɡjuːɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

debate context

Outarguing refers to the act of presenting superior arguments or reasoning in a debate or discussion. It implies that one party is able to effectively counter the points and claims made by another party, often leading to a more convincing position. This skill is particularly valuable in settings such as legal arguments, academic debates, and persuasive conversations. The ability to outargue someone can hinge on one's knowledge, rhetorical skills, and the capacity to think critically under pressure.

Synonyms

defeating, outsmarting, overwhelming

Examples of usage

  • She excels at outarguing her colleagues during meetings.
  • In the debate, he focused on outarguing his opponent's points.
  • The lawyer was skilled in outarguing the prosecution's claims.

Translations

Translations of the word "outarguing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 discutindo mais persuasivamente

🇮🇳 बहस करना

🇩🇪 überzeugend argumentieren

🇮🇩 berdebat lebih meyakinkan

🇺🇦 переконливо сперечатися

🇵🇱 przekonywująco argumentować

🇯🇵 説得力のある議論をする

🇫🇷 argumenter de manière convaincante

🇪🇸 discutir de manera más persuasiva

🇹🇷 ikna edici bir şekilde tartışmak

🇰🇷 설득력 있게 논의하다

🇸🇦 التجادل بشكل مقنع

🇨🇿 přesvědčivě argumentovat

🇸🇰 presvedčivo argumentovať

🇨🇳 有说服力地争论

🇸🇮 prepričljivo razpravljati

🇮🇸 rökræða sannfærandi

🇰🇿 сенімді түрде талқылау

🇬🇪 დაარღვევით იმედგაცრუება

🇦🇿 inandırıcı şəkildə mübahisə etmək

🇲🇽 discutir de manera más persuasiva

Etymology

The term 'outarguing' derives from the combination of the prefix 'out-' and the word 'argue'. The prefix 'out-' suggests surpassing or exceeding someone or something, while 'argue' comes from Latin 'arguere', meaning to make clear or prove. The evolution of the word reflects the growing emphasis on debate and discourse in various social and political contexts. In the past, the concept of arguing was often linked to rhetoric and philosophy, where the ability to construct a compelling argument was highly valued. Over time, 'outarguing' has come to describe those instances where one individual or group not only presents their points but does so in a way that decisively overpowers the opposing side, thus gaining an advantage in the conversation or debate.