argumentation (n.)

  1. a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal; the argument over foreign aid goes on and on

    [ Syn: argument , debate ]

  2. a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning; I cant follow your line of reasoning

    [ Syn: logical argument , argument , line of reasoning , line ]

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