argue

Signification

1. To show grounds for concluding (that); to indicate, imply.
2. To debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints.
3. To have an argument, a quarrel.
4. To present (a viewpoint or an argument therefor).
5. (obsolete) To prove.
6. (obsolete) To accuse.

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˈɑː.ɡjuː/

Étymologie

From Middle English arguen, from Old French arguer, from Latin arguere (“to declare, show, prove, make clear, reprove, accuse”), q.v. for more. Displaced native Old English flītan and reċċan.