argue

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de présenter des raisons ou des preuves à l'appui d'une idée, d'une action ou d'une théorie, souvent avec une implication de désaccord ou de dispute.

A verb used to express the act of giving reasons or evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, often with the implication of disagreement or debate.

1. Disagree verballyA2formal

   To express disagreement or opposition to someone's opinion, often in an angry or heated way.

   Se disputer (verbalement)

   • They argued about the best way to solve the problem.
   • She argued with her brother over the remote control.
   • The couple argued loudly in the restaurant.

   Synonymesbickerdisputefall outfighthave wordsquarrelrowsquabblewrangle

   Antonymesacquiesceagreeassentconcurconsent

2. Present reasons or evidenceB1formal

   To give reasons or evidence to support or oppose an idea, opinion, or claim.

   présenter des raisons ou des preuves

   • The lawyer argued that the defendant was innocent.
   • He argued convincingly for a change in policy.
   • Scientists argue that climate change is caused by human activity.

   Synonymesassertciteclaimcontendjustifymaintainreasonsubstantiate