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Anonymous Posted 20 years ago
Vocabulary

Differences between DISCUSS and ARGUE

I know that there is a slightly difference between the meanings of these words, could anyone explain them?
  

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Hi, I know that there is a slightly difference between the meanings of these words, could anyone explain them? Very briefly put, 'argue' stresses a disagreement, an expression of opposing points of view. 'Discuss' does not stress this kind of difference.

  • Hi, I know that there is a slightly difference between the meanings of these words, could anyone explain them?
  • Very briefly put, 'argue' stresses a disagreement, an expression of opposing points of view.
  • 'Discuss' does not stress this kind of difference.
  • Best wishes, Clive
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Hi,

I know that there is a slightly difference between the meanings of these words, could anyone explain them?

Very briefly put, 'argue' stresses a disagreement, an expression of opposing points of view. 'Discuss' does not stress this kind of difference.

Best wishes, Clive
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Argue usually implies conviction and the adduction of evidence or reasons in support of one's cause and position

Merriam-Webster Synonym Dictionary
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Discuss is more neutral and less hot-headed, in many circumstances, as Clive mentions.
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If you are looking for a good word that is between argue and discuss use discourse.
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a result comes out when there is a discussion but in the case of argue it doesn't happen.
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It's all in the general perceived manner

Argue, argument is done in anger
Discuss, discussion normal tone of voice, placid and nonchalant commentary.

Always listen carefully to people and please no conclusions without facts !
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Argument generally means defending ones Views or thoughts


In a argument there is a win or lose situation where one is right and other is wrong


The main aim of an argument is to prove oneself right and the other person wrong


Arguments are more of harsh and conflictive in nature and are generally pointless

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