argumentation

American  

[ahr-gyuh-men-tay-shuhn] / ˌɑr gjə 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

• argumentatious
  adjective

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Etymology

Origin of argumentation

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

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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

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argumentation

He offers no argumentation, no humility in light of humanity’s vast uncertainty about what consciousness is, no engagement with a growing body of empirical research.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026

It took significant time and argumentation for the rest of the community to accept this possibility: the paper spent a record two years under peer and editorial review.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 29, 2026

It’s an accessible form of argumentation for the public, and one that requires people to think about their own health with common sense and instinct.

From Slate ● Jul. 25, 2025

"I noticed she had a keen sense of argumentation," she said.

From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2024

“This is something people need to hear about, Jus. Its an argumentation gold mine!”

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone

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