Canadian English Meaning of debate

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Definitions and Meaning of debate in English

Wordnet

debate (n)

a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal

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

Wordnet

debate (v)

argue with one another

think about carefully; weigh

discuss the pros and cons of an issue

have an argument about something

Webster

debate (v. t.)

To engage in combat for; to strive for.

To contend for in words or arguments; to strive to maintain by reasoning; to dispute; to contest; to discuss; to argue for and against.

A fight or fighting; contest; strife.

Contention in words or arguments; discussion for the purpose of elucidating truth or influencing action; strife in argument; controversy; as, the debates in Parliament or in Congress.

Subject of discussion.

Webster

debate (v. i.)

To engage in strife or combat; to fight.

To contend in words; to dispute; hence, to deliberate; to consider; to discuss or examine different arguments in the mind; -- often followed by on or upon.

FAQs About the word debate

debate

a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal, the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to i

consideration,deliberation,Study,account,advice,contemplation,reflection,thought,cogitation,hesitation

short shrift

debatable => debatable, debasingly => debasingly, debasing => debasing, debaser => debaser, debasement => debasement,