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to present reasons for or against a claim, idea, or action
She argued that the policy would harm small businesses.
She presented reasons why the policy would negatively affect small businesses.
The lawyer argued the case in court.
The lawyer presented legal arguments to support their client's position.
Can be used in formal (e.g., law, academia) or informal contexts.
to quarrel or dispute with someone
They're always arguing about money.
They frequently quarrel about financial matters.
Implies disagreement or conflict, often emotionally charged.
Use 'argue for/against' for presenting reasoned support/opposition. Use 'argue with' for quarreling with someone. Example: 'She argued for the policy' vs. 'She argued with her colleague'.
'Argue' in formal contexts (e.g., law, academia) means to present reasoned support. In informal contexts, it often implies quarreling or emotional disagreement.
From Latin 'arguere' (to make clear, assert), via Old French 'arguer' (to accuse, prove). Related to 'argument' (from Latin 'argumentum').
The verb 'argue' emphasizes presenting reasoned support for a position. In informal contexts, it can imply heated disagreement. Commonly used with prepositions like 'for', 'against', 'with', or 'over'.