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arguing

n. · v.
US //ˈɑɹɡjuɪŋ// UK //ˈɑːɡjuːɪŋ// ar·gu·ing
  1. 1 disagreeing with someone (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the act of having a disagreement or a fight with words.

    the act of engaging in a verbal dispute or disagreement. Uncountable when referring to the general activity.

    Example

    The constant arguing between the neighbors made it hard to sleep.

    Example

    The constant arguing over minor administrative details eventually derailed the entire project, leading to a complete breakdown in communication between the departments.
  2. 2 giving reasons for an idea (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Academic

    the act of giving reasons to show that something is true or right.

    the process of presenting reasons or evidence to support a specific viewpoint or proposition.

    Example

    His arguing for a shorter work week was based on new research.

    Example

    Her persistent arguing for structural reform within the organization was finally vindicated when the annual productivity report was published.
  3. 3 current action of disagreeing (v.)
    A2 Elementary

    the -ing form of the verb 'argue', used to show the action is happening now.

    the present participle of 'argue', used in continuous tenses to denote an ongoing dispute or the presentation of a case.

    Example

    They are arguing about which movie to watch tonight.

    Example

    While the lawyers were arguing the finer points of the contract, the clients were already looking for a way to settle out of court.

Last updated June 19, 2026