debate
Definition
- n. the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
- v. argue with one another
- v. discuss the pros and cons of an issue
Word forms
- Past participle
- debated
- Present participle
- debating
- Past tense
- debated
- Third person singular
- debates
Example sentences
n.
The debate about climate change is very important for our future.
v.
They will debate the new policy at the next meeting.