argue
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈɑː.ɡjuː/]
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Senses
1. argue (verb) — sense 1
Definition: To show grounds for concluding (that); to indicate, imply.
Example: The new increase in crime argues for even tougher jail sentences, according to some.
2. argue (verb) — sense 2
Definition: To debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints; to controvert; to wrangle.
Example: He also argued for stronger methods to be used against China.
Concept: Возражение
3. argue (verb) — sense 3
Definition: To have an argument, a quarrel.
Example: Dave Merrill: You and Dad were arguing again.
Kate Merrill: We weren't arguing. We were talking... loudly.
Structure of the word
Roots:- h₂erǵ (Proto-Indo-European)
Connections
Polarities
Affirmation ↔ Denial — concept «Возражение»
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