argument synonyms

argument

n.

  1. An effort to convince

    discussion, exchange, contention; see discussion 1, 2.

  2. Material intended to convince

    case, reasoning, evidence, reasons; see proof 1, thought 1.

  3. Verbal disagreement

    debate, quarrel, row; see dispute. See syn. study atdispute.

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