argue
/ˈɑːɡjuː/ · /ˈɑːrɡjuː/
CEFR level A2Topic SocietyWord #1570 in the learning path
争吵；争论
Definitions
v. To disagree with someone, often in an angry way.
争吵；争论
v. To give reasons supporting an opinion or position.
论证；主张
Example
The children argued about whose turn it was to play.
孩子们为轮到谁玩而争吵。
Some researchers argue that affordable public transport is essential for reducing inequality in large cities.
一些研究者认为，价格可负担的公共交通对于减少大城市中的不平等至关重要。
Collocations
- argue with someone
- argue about something
- argue that
- argue for
Word family
- argument (n.)
- arguable (adj.)
- arguably (adv.)
- argumentative (adj.)
Synonyms
- quarrel
- contend
Antonyms
- agree
Usage tip
argue that常用于议论文，表示提出有理由的主张。
FAQ
- What does argue mean?
- To disagree with someone, often in an angry way. To give reasons supporting an opinion or position.
- How is argue pronounced?
- UK /ˈɑːɡjuː/, US /ˈɑːrɡjuː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
