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debating

The word “debating” has 3 syllables: de-bat-ing

It's pronounced as /dɪˈbeɪtɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for debating?

In the thesaurus, “debating” has 96 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for debating along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for debating

Antonyms for debating

  • agree
  • dismissing
  • disregarding
  • endorse
  • give in
  • go along
  • harmonize
  • ignoring
  • make peace
  • overlooking
  • pooh-poohing
  • poohing
  • rejecting
  • slighting

Meanings of debating

  • verb
    1. To participate in a debate; to dispute, argue, especially in a public arena.
    2. To fight.
    3. To engage in combat for; to strive for.
    4. To consider (to oneself), to think over, to attempt to decide.
  • noun
    1. The act of taking part in a debate.

Example Sentences

  • The students spent hours debating the pros and cons of the new policy.
  • She enjoyed debating with her friends about current events.
  • The committee is debating whether to approve the budget proposal.
  • They were debating the best approach to solve the problem when the meeting ended.
  • Debating is an important skill in many academic and professional fields.

On this page you'll find 110 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to debating, such as: absorbing, agitate, agitating, agree, altercate, analyzing, answer.

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