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How to pronounce arguments

nounB1Very common word
AHRgyuhmnts

/ˈɑɹ.gjə.mn̩ts/

3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

Form of argument

Disagreements in which people speak angrily.

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Meanings & examples

plural noun

Disagreements in which people speak angrily.

They had two arguments about money.

Frequent arguments can damage a relationship.

plural noun

Reasons or groups of reasons that support ideas or opinions.

The report presents strong arguments for the plan.

Her arguments convinced the committee.

Useful expressions

have an argument

to disagree angrily with someone

They had an argument after dinner.

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