DEBATE Meaning and
Definition
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Debate is a noun that refers to a formal discussion or argumentation in which two or more individuals or groups present their respective opinions, ideas, or viewpoints on a particular topic. It is typically conducted in a structured and organized manner, following a set of rules and guidelines. The purpose of a debate is to explore and evaluate different perspectives while engaging in logical reasoning and critical thinking.
In a debate, participants present their arguments and provide supporting evidence or logical reasoning to defend their positions. They may present counterarguments and engage in rebuttals to challenge or refute the opposing views. Debates often occur in various settings, such as schools, public forums, courtrooms, or legislative assemblies, and can cover a wide range of subjects, including social, political, scientific, or philosophical topics.
Debates are characterized by their formality, rigorousness, and reliance on logical discourse rather than emotional appeals. They require participants to exhibit effective communication skills, research proficiency, and the ability to think on their feet. Debates play a crucial role in facilitating the exchange of ideas, fostering critical thinking abilities, promoting respectful discourse, and encouraging public deliberation.
As a verb, "debate" refers to the action of engaging in a formal or informal discussion or argumentation. It implies exchanging ideas, presenting arguments, and deliberating on a topic to arrive at a reasoned conclusion or decision.
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• Contention in words; discussion between two or more persons avowedly for the discovery of truth.
• To contend for in words or arguments; to dispute; to deliberate.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of DEBATE
The word "debate" has its origins in the Latin term "debattuere", which is a combination of "de-" meaning "down" or "completely" and "battuere" meaning "to beat" or "to fight". The literal translation of "debattuere" is "to fight it out". This Latin term then evolved into the Old French verb "debatre", meaning "to contend" or "to argue". Over time, the word made its way into Middle English as "debaten" and eventually morphed into the modern word "debate" that we use today.
Idioms with the word DEBATE
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debate on sth
The idiom "debate on sth" refers to a deliberation or discussion focused on a specific topic or issue. It implies the exchange of arguments, viewpoints, and opinions among individuals or groups with the goal of reaching a conclusion or making a decision.
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debate
The idiom "debate" refers to a formal discussion or argument in which opposing viewpoints are presented and analyzed. It involves presenting evidence, reasoning, and counterarguments to persuade or convince others of one's opinion or position on a particular topic.
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debate on (something)
The idiom "debate on (something)" refers to the act of discussing and deliberating a particular topic or issue, usually in a formal manner. It involves presenting arguments, opinions, and counterarguments with the aim of reaching a better understanding or making a decision about the topic being discussed.
Similar spelling words for DEBATE
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- tibet,
- debt-free,
- in-debt,
- Bond-debt,
- debut,
- deviate,
- plume-tipped,
- white-topped,
- Book-debt,
- national-debt,
- sovereign-debt,
- A-tiptoe,
- daubed,
- debt-service,
- TBET,
- dipped,
- then-deputy,
- tapeta,
- WDPT.OB,
- debt-reduction,
- DBET,
- debit-side,
- Toped,
- deputy-lieutenant,
- debit-card,
- dabadie,
- TBIT,
- debt,
- deepti,
- DTPT,
- tabuteau,
- tubod,
- dwpt,
- debido,
- HDIPED,
- Judgment-debt,
- round-topped,
- debit,
- mis-doubt,
- DAPTT,
- gender-typed,
- Dubbed,
- filter-tipped,
- TPT,
- taped-up,
- twobit,
- debater,
- re-doubt,
- debates,
- DEPT,
- debt-equity,
- Duped,
- duct-taped,
- tapatio,
- Play-debt,
- DBT,
- tabate,
- tipped,
- granite-topped,
- re-dubbed,
- dupatta,
- tippit,
- bad-debt,
- TDPAD,
- IBM-DPD,
- self-doubt,
- debt-ridden,
- DPD,
- TDWBAT,
- tepid,
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- tapit,
- DIPOT,
- stereo-typed,
- topped,
- F-DPD,
- teapot,
- tupaiidae,
- Topet,
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- high-topped,
- TPTAE,
- pre-debut,
- TOPT,
- TBATT,
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- DAPD,
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- Debtee,
- DBD3,
- tapped,
- H/DBT,
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- un-dubbed,
- DHAPAT,
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- debt-to-equity,
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- DBUT,
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- yellow-tipped,
- pre-taped,
- credit/debit,
- black-tipped,
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- TBADH,
- deputy-mayor,
- tebbad,
- Tabooed,
- DEPED,
- flat-topped,
- diamond-tipped,
- tebet,
- chocolate-dipped,
- Tapet,
- tobata,
- tabet,
- deputy,
- Diapid,
- TBATD,
- un-tapped,
- red-tipped,
- TBIT/S,
- open-topped,
- debt-to-gdp,
- DPTA,
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- hdepot,
- DBD,
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- debout,
- tubed,
- topete,
- debet,
- Dipt,
- tobita,
- DUPDA,
- tele-typed,
- tupouto\'a,
- tabbed,
- DEPID,
- carrot-topped,
- TAPOD,
- screw-topped,
- tibiad,
- qinghai-tibet,
- dipoto,
- depite,
- tubate,
- Tabid,
- DIABET,
- touch-typed,
- tapputi,
- topweight,
- taubate,
- triangle-topped,
- Debited,
- dubiety,
- debt-for-nature,
- TBETA-4,
- defeat,
- audio-taped,
- dept.,
- TBETA4,
- DPAT,
- tepito,
- DEPT-GL,
- TIBDY,
- dapped,
- daybed,
- leather-topped,
- DBT-CAMP,
- towboat,
- DPT/SEC,
- toupeed,
- silver-tipped,
- Dabbed,
- devote,
- over-topped,
- tibit,
- TBEDT,
- GATT/TBT,
- post-debate,
- Tabbied,
- debt-relief,
- www.tpwd.state.tx.us,
- depute,
- debt-honor,
- tabata,
- AE&TPD,
- TBT,
- Debated,
- Tubbed,
- tappet,
- pink-tipped,
- tippet,
- DIBIT,
- doubt,
- HTTPD,
- TPD,
- IEW/TPT,
- dopita,
- tiptoe,
- doped,
- debt-laden,
- english-dubbed,
- white-tipped,
- DWBD,
- devotee,
- TPED,
- toyopet,
- caliche-topped,
- depiet,
- taped,
- TPD52,
- tobeat,
- Dipody,
- dabhade,
- tapout,
- diabeta,
- Tobit.
Conjugate verb Debate
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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