argumentative

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌɑːɡjʊˈmɛntətɪv/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌɑrɡjəˈmɛn(t)ətɪv/ or [-ɾɪv]

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• Hyphenation: ar‧gu‧ment‧a‧tive

Adjective

Positive argumentative

Comparative more argumentative

Superlative most argumentative

1. If someone is argumentative, they are quick to argue.
   • Synonyms: combative and contentious
   • Antonyms: conciliatory and peaceful

Related words

• argument
• argumentatively
• argumentativeness