Definition of debate

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  • debate is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • debate is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
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Definition of debate

  • a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. argument
    2. argumentation
  • have an argument about something (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. argue
    2. contend
    3. fence
  • think about carefully; weigh (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. consider
    2. deliberate
    3. moot
    4. turn over
  • the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. disputation
    2. public debate
  • discuss the pros and cons of an issue (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. deliberate
  • argue with one another (verb)

    Examples

    1. We debated the question of abortion
    2. John debated Mary

See definition of debate in Merriam Webster