debate

• Discussion formelle ou dispute sur un sujet précis, impliquant souvent des points de vue opposés, généralement dans un contexte public ou politique. Peut aussi désigner un débat d'idées ou une controverse.

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.

   débat formel

   • 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.

   Synonymesargumentargumentationdeliberationdiscussiondisputationforensics

2. B1formal

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

   Débat, controverse

   • 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.

   Synonymesargumentcontentioncontroversydisagreementdisputequarrelwrangle

   Antonymesaccordagreementconsensus

• Verbe désignant l'action de discuter ou de débattre d'un sujet de manière formelle ou informelle, souvent en opposant des points de vue différents.

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.

   débattre (formellement)

   • 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.

   Synonymesarguecontenddeliberatediscussdisputemoot

2. Consider or deliberateB2formal

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

   délibérer

   • 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.

   Synonymesconsidercontemplatedeliberatemull overponderweigh