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 , argumentation ]

the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)

[ Syn: disputation , public debate ]

argue with one another; We debated the question of abortion; John debated Mary'

think about carefully; weigh; They considered the possibility of a strike; Turn the proposal over in your mind

[ Syn: consider , moot , turn over , deliberate ]

discuss the pros and cons of an issue

[ Syn: deliberate ]

have an argument about something

[ Syn: argue , contend , fence ]