Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
make-an-argument
verb phrase
/meɪk æn ˈɑːrgjʊmənt/
Definition
To present reasons or evidence in support of a particular point of view or opinion.
Examples
- The lawyer had to make an argument that his client was innocent.
- During the debate, each student was required to make an argument for his or her stance on the issue.
- To persuade the committee, she needed to make a strong argument with credible evidence.
Meaning
The act of expressing an idea in a structured way to convince others about its validity.
Synonyms
- present a case
- advocate
- propose
- assert
