¦ verb (argues, arguing, argued)
1. exchange conflicting views in a heated way.
2. give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory: sociologists argue that inequalities are being reduced.
Phrases
argue the toss informal, chiefly Brit. dispute a decision already made.
Derivatives
arguer noun
Origin
ME: from OFr. arguer, from L. argutari 'prattle', frequentative of arguere 'make clear, prove, accuse'.