argumentation

American  

[ahr-gyuh-men-tey-shuhn] / ˌɑr gyə mɛnˈteɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the process of developing or presenting an argument; reasoning.

2. discussion; debate; disputation.

   The lengthy argumentation tired many listeners.

3. a discussion dealing with a controversial point.

4. the setting forth of reasons together with the conclusion drawn from them.

5. the premises and conclusion so set forth.

6. argument.

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argumentation British  

/ ˌɑːɡjʊmɛnˈteɪʃən /

noun

1. the process of reasoning methodically

2. a less common word for argument argument

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• argumentatious
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of argumentation

1400–50; late Middle English argumentacioun (< Middle French ) < Latin argūmentātiōn- (stem of argūmentātiō ). See argument, -ation

Explanation

Argumentation is a very logical way of discussing or debating an idea. When you use the technique of argumentation, you prove something to be true or false. Argumentation uses logic, persuasion, and various debate tactics to arrive at a conclusion. When a debater or negotiator follows the rules of argumentation, she backs up her ideas with very systematic, careful reasoning that makes her conclusion strong and believable. From the 15th century, argumentation has meant "presentation of formal arguments," from the Latin root argumentationem, "the bringing forth of a proof."

Example Sentences

Argumentation whether miracles are possible, and, if possible, credible, is mere beating the air until the arguers have agreed what they mean by the word "miracles."

From Hume (English Men of Letters Series) by Huxley, Thomas Henry

A student will hardly have reached this point in the study of Argumentation before finding it necessary to search for information that will assist him in the construction of his argument.

From Practical Argumentation by Pattee, George K.

Argumentation, then, which is commonly classified as the fourth division of rhetoric, consists of two fundamental elements.

From Practical Argumentation by Pattee, George K.

Argumentation we divided into spoken and written argumentation.

From Elements of Debating by Lyon, Leverett S. (Leverett Samuel)

Argumentation is the process of producing conviction by means of reasoning.

From The Art of Public Speaking by Carnagey, Dale