American English

How to pronounce argument

nounB1Very common word
AHRgyuhmnt

/ˈɑɹ.gjə.mn̩t̚/

3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

a disagreement in which people speak angrily

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Meanings & examples

noun

a disagreement in which people speak angrily

We had an argument about money.

I got into an argument with my brother.

Common phrases & grammar

have an argument · get into an argument · heated argument · argument with a friend

have an argument with + person

an argument about + topic

noun

a reason or group of reasons that supports an idea or opinion

Her main argument is that the plan costs too much.

That is a strong argument for taking the train.

Common phrases & grammar

strong argument · convincing argument · main argument · argument for/against

make an argument for/against + noun

make an argument that + sentence

Useful expressions

have an argument

to disagree angrily with someone

They had an argument after dinner.

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