Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Debates.
Debates - as a noun
A discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal
Example: "The argument over foreign aid goes on and on"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
argument11argumentation16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discussion13give-and-takeword8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disputation14public debateDebates - as a verb
Argue with one another
Example: "We debated the question of abortion"
Think about carefully; weigh
Example: "They considered the possibility of a strike"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consider11deliberate13moot6turn overHypernyms (Closely Related)
discuss10hash outtalk overHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Discuss the pros and cons of an issue
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deliberate13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discuss10hash outtalk overHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Have an argument about something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
argue6contend10fence10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
converse13discourse12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The candidates prepared extensively for the presidential debates."
"The debates coach provided constructive feedback to the team."
"The debates club organized an interesting panel discussion."
"The debates competition was fierce and intense."
"The debates society hosted a thought-provoking event."
Word Game Points
Is DEBATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, debates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEBATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is DEBATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, debates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEBATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is DEBATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, debates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEBATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
