word
Debate
Duh-BAYT
/dʌˈbeɪt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
debate
Dictionary meaning
A discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal.
Examples
- We debated the question of abortion.
Synonyms: argumentation
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