argument
A talk between people who do not agree and may be angry.
A conversation in which people express opposing opinions, often in an emotional way.
A reason you give to show your idea is right.
A statement or set of reasons presented to persuade others that something is true or right.
In computer programming, information you give to a function so it can work.
In computing, a value or piece of data passed to a function, procedure, or command in order to modify its operation or provide input.
- Base: argument
- Plural: argument, arguments
for the sake of argument
1Assume something just for discussion
Pretend something is true so we can talk about it, even if it might not be true.
- 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
1Start a disagreement on purpose
To try to start a fight or disagreement with someone.
- He picked an argument with me over nothing.
- Stop picking arguments with your coworkers.
win an argument
1Convince others in a disagreement
To make other people agree with you in a disagreement.
- She always tries to win every argument.
- He won the argument by showing clear evidence.