English to English
noun
- a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal
The argument over foreign aid goes on and on.
source: WordNet 3.0
- the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
source: WordNet 3.0
- A fight or fighting; contest; strife.
source: Webster 1913
verb
- argue with one another
We debated the question of abortion.
John debated Mary.
source: WordNet 3.0
- think about carefully; weigh
They considered the possibility of a strike.
Turn the proposal over in your mind.
source: WordNet 3.0
- discuss the pros and cons of an issue
source: WordNet 3.0
- have an argument about something
source: WordNet 3.0
- To engage in combat for; to strive for.
source: Webster 1913
- To engage in strife or combat; to fight.
source: Webster 1913
English to Tagalog
noun
- [dibét] Pagtatalo; pagmamatwiranan
source: Diccionario Ingles-Español-Tagalog
verb
- [dibét] Makipagtalo; makipaglaban; makipagmatwiranan
source: Diccionario Ingles-Español-Tagalog
Tagalog to English
English Definition: (noun) debate, dispute
source: Large Tagalog Dictionary