debate

• Formelle Diskussion oder Auseinandersetzung zu einem bestimmten Thema, oft mit gegensätzlichen Standpunkten, meist im öffentlichen oder politischen Kontext.

A formal discussion or argument on a particular topic, often involving opposing viewpoints, typically in a public or political context.

1. B1formal

   A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.

   Debatte

   • The candidates participated in a heated debate on television.
   • Parliament held a debate on the new tax policy.
   • The debate lasted for over three hours.

   Synonymeargumentargumentationdeliberationdiscussiondisputationforensics

2. B1formal

   An argument or disagreement about a subject, especially one in which many people are involved.

   Streit oder Meinungsverschiedenheit

   • There is a lot of debate about the causes of climate change.
   • The issue sparked a lively debate among the students.
   • The debate over healthcare reform continues.

   Synonymeargumentcontentioncontroversydisagreementdisputequarrelwrangle

   Antonymeaccordagreementconsensus

• Verb, das die Handlung des Diskutierens oder Streitens über ein Thema bezeichnet, formal oder informell, oft mit gegensätzlichen Standpunkten.

A verb used to indicate the act of discussing or arguing about a topic formally or informally, often involving opposing viewpoints.

1. Discuss formallyB2formal

   To discuss a topic in a formal manner, often presenting opposing arguments.

   Formell diskutieren

   • The politicians debated the new tax law for hours.
   • Students debated the pros and cons of renewable energy.
   • They debated the issue at the town hall meeting.

   Synonymearguecontenddeliberatediscussdisputemoot

2. Consider or deliberateB2formal

   To think about or consider different possibilities before making a decision.

   Abwägen

   • She debated whether to accept the job offer.
   • He debated with himself about the best course of action.
   • We are still debating where to go on vacation.

   Synonymeconsidercontemplatedeliberatemull overponderweigh