American English
/ˈɑɹ.gju/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
to speak angrily with someone because you disagree
Practice out loudto speak angrily with someone because you disagree
They argued about the bill.
I don't want to argue with you.
argue with a friend · argue about money · argue over a decision
argue with someone about something
argue over something
to give reasons for or against an idea, plan, or opinion
She argued that the plan was too expensive.
Many doctors argue for better patient care.
This meaning is not necessarily angry. It means giving reasons to support an idea.
argue that ... · argue for change · argue against a proposal
argue that + sentence
argue for/against something
to give reasons to show that your position is right
She argued her case clearly.
The final e disappears before -ing: arguing, not argueing.