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debate

[dɪˈbeɪt]

debate Definition

  • 1a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward and which usually ends with a vote
  • 2argue about (a subject), especially in a formal manner

Using debate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "debate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The candidates will participate in a debate on healthcare policy.

  • Example

    We debated the merits of different types of exercise.

  • Example

    The issue has been hotly debated for years.

  • Example

    The team debated whether to go for it on fourth down.

debate Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using debate

  • in the process of being discussed or argued

    Example

    The proposal is still in debate and has not yet been approved.

  • being discussed or argued

    Example

    The issue is still under debate and no decision has been made yet.

  • to bring a discussion or argument to a conclusion

    Example

    The judge's ruling ended the debate over the admissibility of the evidence.

Phrases with debate

  • a discussion that is open to the public and allows for participation from anyone who wishes to speak

    Example

    The town hall meeting was an open debate on the proposed changes to the zoning laws.

  • a group of individuals who compete against other teams in formal debates

    Example

    She joined the debate team in high school and became one of the top debaters in the state.

  • an organization that promotes and facilitates formal debates among its members

    Example

    The debate society at the university hosts weekly debates on a variety of topics.

Origins of debate

from Old French 'debatre', meaning 'to fight'

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Summary: debate in Brief

The term 'debate' [dɪˈbeɪt] refers to a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward and which usually ends with a vote. It can also mean to argue about a subject, especially in a formal manner. 'Debate' is often used in phrases like 'open debate,' 'debate team,' and 'debate society,' and idioms like 'in debate' and 'under debate.'

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