Synonyms for

Argues

Verb / ˈɑ:rgju:z / Another word for argues — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To disagree with someone in an angry way

Synonyms & similar words

indicate debate argue contend reason fence dispute quarrel debate disagree contradict oppose challenge fight wrangle altercate bicker squabble contend discept disaccord dissent feud spar discuss negotiate

Synonyms by register

Formal

contends asserts maintains professes

Informal

disagrees debates quarrels bickers

Literary

pleads disputes wrestles

Antonyms

agrees concedes acquiesces assents yields submits

Common collocations

  • argues with someone
  • argues for a position
  • argues against something
  • argues that
  • argues the case
  • argues a point
  • argues the toss

Word family

noun argument
verb argue
adjective argumentative

Usage note

The verb 'argues' implies presenting reasons or evidence to support a claim or to persuade. It can also mean to disagree or quarrel.

Example sentences

  1. They argue about what game to play.
  2. The siblings argue over who gets to sit in the front seat.
  3. The scientists argued for hours over the results of the experiment.
  4. The lawyers will argue in court next week.
  5. The politicians arguetheir positions on healthcare reform.

Quotes

  • It is better to debate a question without settling it than to settle a question without debating it. - Joseph Joubert
  • The aim of argument, or of discussion, should not be victory, but progress. - Joseph Joubert
  • Men are more easily governed through their vices than through their virtues. - Napoleon Bonaparte

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