debate

Noun
  1. A discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal (synset 107155686)
    "the argument over foreign aid goes on and on"
    is a type of: discussion, give-and-take, word - an exchange of views on some topic
    subtypes: logomachy - argument about words or the meaning of words
    same as: argument, argumentation
  2. The formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote) (synset 107256764)
    is a type of: oral presentation, public speaking, speaking, speechmaking - delivering an address to a public audience
    same as: disputation, public debate
Verb
  1. Argue with one another (synset 200716789)
    "We debated the question of abortion"; "John debated Mary"
    is a type of: consider, debate, deliberate, moot, turn over - think about carefully; weigh
  2. Think about carefully;
    Weigh (synset 200814706)
    "They considered the possibility of a strike"; "Turn the proposal over in your mind"
    is a type of: discuss, hash out, talk over - speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
    subtypes:
    • see - deliberate or decide
    • premeditate - consider, ponder, or plan (an action) beforehand
    • debate - argue with one another
    • wrestle - engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate
    • think twice - consider and reconsider carefully
    same as: consider, deliberate, moot, turn over
    verb group: consider, study - give careful consideration to
  3. Discuss the pros and cons of an issue (synset 200814242)
    is a type of: discuss, hash out, talk over - speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
    subtypes: vex - subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation
    same as: deliberate
  4. Have an argument about something (synset 200775477)
    entail: differ, disagree, dissent, take issue - be of different opinions
    is a type of: converse, discourse - carry on a conversation
    subtypes:
    same as: argue, contend, fence

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