How Do You Spell DEBATED?

Pronunciation: [dɪbˈe͡ɪtɪd] (IPA)

The word "debated" is spelled with the letter "a" instead of "e" to represent the short "a" sound in the final syllable. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is spelled as /dɪˈbeɪtɪd/. The sound /eɪ/ is a diphthong and represents a combination of two vowel sounds, /e/ and /ɪ/. The letter "a" is used to represent this sound, which is pronounced as a quick transition from the /e/ sound to the /ɪ/ sound. The correct spelling of "debated" ensures that the pronunciation of the word matches its meaning.

DEBATED Meaning and Definition

1. Debated is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "debate." It refers to the act of engaging in a formal discussion or argument, usually in a systematic and structured manner, with the intention of presenting and considering different viewpoints or opinions on a particular topic.

   When someone is said to have debated, it means they have actively participated in a debate, involving a back-and-forth exchange of ideas and arguments. Debating often takes place in formal settings such as academic institutions, political forums, or public gatherings, where participants take turns expressing their opinions, presenting evidence or reasoning to support their stance, and challenging or responding to counterarguments.

   In a debate, individuals or groups may present their viewpoints, analyze and critique opposing arguments, and defend their own position. The objective of debating is typically to persuade others or the audience of the validity or superiority of one's arguments or ideas.

   Debating involves critical thinking, effective communication skills, and the ability to reason logically. It requires participants to carefully listen to opposing viewpoints, analyze information, and construct a well-structured and coherent argument. The goal is not necessarily to prove someone wrong or force one's own opinion onto others, but rather to engage in an intellectual exchange aimed at exploring different perspectives and arriving at a deeper understanding of the topic being discussed.

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Etymology of DEBATED

The word debated comes from the verb debate, which can be traced back to the Latin word debatere. In Latin, debatere consists of the prefix de- (meaning down or completely) and the verb batere (meaning to beat). The original meaning of debatere was to beat down, which later evolved to imply a sense of to contend in words, discuss, or dispute. Over time, the word debate was adopted into various languages, including Old French and Middle English, with the same meaning of discussing or disputing a topic. Consequently, the term debated originated as the past participle form of the verb debate.

Similar spelling words for DEBATED

• devoted,
• debater,
• devotedly,
• rebated,
• debates,
• Debited,
• defeated,
• debate,
• Debated.

Conjugate verb Debated

CONDITIONAL

I would debate

we would debate

you would debate

he/she/it would debate

they would debate

FUTURE

I will debate

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

I debated

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

I debate

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PRESENT PERFECT

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