Inggris

argument

gb/ˈɑɹɡjəmənt/ us/ˈɑɹɡjəmənt/
B1 Inggris
~ 900
Makna
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Kata benda B1 event
1

An exchange of different opinions

A talk between people who do not agree and may be angry.

Pola penggunaan: an argument about [something]
Kesalahan umum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'argument' with 'discussion', but 'argument' usually means there is disagreement or conflict.
Sinonim
dispute (A more formal or neutral term for a disagreement.)
Antonim
agreement (A situation where people share the same opinion instead of opposing ones.)
Kolokasi
heated argument |get into an argument |win an argument |have an argument
Tema
emotions |relationships |communication |core_vocabulary
Contoh
  • They had a loud argument about politics.
  • I don't want to get into another argument with you.
  • The meeting ended in an argument over budget cuts.
  • We had an argument about where to go on vacation.
Contoh untuk pembelajar
  • I had an argument with my friend.
  • They are having an argument about the game.
  • We had an argument about dinner.
  • She won the argument.
Kata benda B2 entity
2

A reason supporting an idea

A reason you give to show your idea is right.

Pola penggunaan: an argument for/against [something]
Kesalahan umum:
Learners sometimes think 'argument' here means a fight, but in this sense it means a reason or point in a discussion or writing.
Sinonim
reasoning (Focuses more on the process of thinking logically.)
Antonim
counterargument (An opposing reason presented to challenge the original claim.)
Kolokasi
strong argument |make an argument |support an argument |convincing argument
Tema
education |logic |debate |communication |core_vocabulary
Contoh
  • She made a strong argument for changing the law.
  • His main argument against the proposal was cost.
  • The lawyer presented her arguments clearly.
  • This is a convincing argument in favor of renewable energy.
Contoh untuk pembelajar
  • He made an argument for the new plan.
  • Her argument was very strong.
  • I do not agree with your argument.
  • We listened to his argument against the idea.
Kata benda technical B2 entity
3

Value given to a program function

In computer programming, information you give to a function so it can work.

Kesalahan umum:
Learners may confuse 'argument' with 'parameter'; in programming, 'argument' is the actual value you send to a function.
Sinonim
parameter (Often used interchangeably, though 'parameter' can refer to the variable defined by a function and 'argument' to the value passed.)
Kolokasi
pass an argument |function arguments |command-line arguments
Tema
technology |computing |science |education
Contoh
  • The function takes two arguments: width and height.
  • You can pass the filename as an argument to the command.
  • Arguments must be given in the correct order.
Contoh untuk pembelajar
  • This function needs two arguments.
  • We pass an argument to the program.
  • The program uses arguments from the user.
Tata bahasa
Bentuk kamus
argument
IPA
GB/ˈɑɹɡjəmənt/
US/ˈɑɹɡjəmənt/
Suku kata & tekanan
ar - gu - ment (3 suku kata)
Stress on 1st syllable (ar)
Bentuk kata
Noun
  • Base: argument
  • Plural: argument, arguments
Kata terkait
Forms
arguments noun
Core family
argue verb B1 argumentative adjective
Related words
arguable adjective arguably adverb C1
Negative and opposite forms
unarguable adjective
Advanced or less common
argumentation noun
Ungkapan

for the sake of argument

1
/fɚ ðə sˈeɪk əv ˈɑɹɡjəmənt/
fixed phrase

Assume something just for discussion

Pretend something is true so we can talk about it, even if it might not be true.

Contoh
  • Let's say, for the sake of argument, that he is right.
  • For the sake of argument, imagine we double our budget.

pick an argument

1
/pˈɪk ən ˈɑɹɡjəmənt/
fixed phrase informal

Start a disagreement on purpose

To try to start a fight or disagreement with someone.

Contoh
  • He picked an argument with me over nothing.
  • Stop picking arguments with your coworkers.

win an argument

1
/wˈɪn ən ˈɑɹɡjəmənt/
fixed phrase

Convince others in a disagreement

To make other people agree with you in a disagreement.

Contoh
  • She always tries to win every argument.
  • He won the argument by showing clear evidence.

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