arguments

NOUN

verbal fight

Synonyms

STRONGEST

altercation bickering brawl clash controversy debate disagreement dispute exchange feud quarrel squabble

STRONG

beef blowup bone brush crusher dustup face-off finisher flap fuss gin go hassle knockdown out rhubarb romp row ruckus ruction rumpus run-in scene scrap set-to shindy spat static stew tiff words wrangle

WEAK

bone of contention bone to pick brannigan difference of opinion donnybrook falling knock down and drag out talking heads

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agreement harmony peace

STRONG

calm

NOUN

effort to convince; presentation of support

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assertion case claim contention debate discussion exchange logic plea questioning reason reasoning

STRONG

argumentation defense expostulation grounds pleading polemic proof remonstrance remonstration

WEAK

line of reasoning

Example Sentences

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In January, justices appeared skeptical of the government’s arguments that a president has wide discretion to remove Fed officials.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

Let’s address some arguments against taking the 15-year loan, assuming you, as the borrower, can afford it.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

It helps me pressure-test arguments, quickly solve problems, and go deep on subjects I might never have explored.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

That’s one of many arguments in Cory Doctorow’s new book, “The Reverse Centaur’s Guide to Life After AI,” which provides a succinct blueprint for how to think differently about our new normal.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

That morning, Judge Byrne had listened to arguments for and against ending the trial.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin