arguing
verb (present participle)UK /ˈɑːɡjuːɪŋ/
US /ˈɑːrɡjuːɪŋ/
Talking in a cross way with someone because you do not agree.
The two brothers were arguing about which TV show to watch.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Giving reasons to show that something is true or right.
She was arguing that the park should stay open later.
3. Showing clearly that something exists or is true.
The muddy footprints are arguing that someone walked through the garden.
4. Talking about a topic in a formal way, like in a debate.
The students were arguing their points in the class debate.