debate

To formally discuss ideas on a topic

Word Structure

ə = about, suppose; A = they, say

6 Letters

2 Syllables: de•bate

5 Phonemes

Vowels: ə, A.

Sentence Examples

They debate their ideas.

To debate means to consider opposing views.

The committee debated the plan.

Semantic Relatives

Argue

Discuss

President

Textbook

Explore American Democracy Chapter 2 by Attainment