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arguir

verbformal/ɐɾˈɣwiɾ/medium

ar·guir

Definitions

11. To present reasons or arguments to prove, defend, or refute something; to argue. 2. To accuse, censure, reprimand.
The philosopher argued for a new ethical framework.
She argued that the plan was fundamentally flawed.
Common collocations
to arguir againstto arguir in favor of
22. To accuse, censure, reprimand.
He was argued of dishonesty by his rivals.
The report argues the government of inaction.

Etymology

Do latim *arguere* ('mostrar, provar, acusar').

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