Definitions
- 1. to argue
- 2. to debate
- 3. to contend
- 4. argument
- 5. contention
- 6. controversy
- 7. debate
Word relationships
Usage notes
Collocations
Often used in fixed phrases like 争论不休 (endless argument) or 引起争论 (trigger a controversy).
Common mistakes
Do not use 争论 for everyday minor disagreements; it implies a serious argument or debate.
Example Sentences
2 shown他们就这个问题 争论 了很久。
They argued about this issue for a long time.
他不小心卷入了这场 争论 。
He accidentally got involved in this argument.
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