argue

To show grounds for concluding (that); to indicate, imply.

• The new increase in crime argues for even tougher jail sentences, according to some.

To debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints; to controvert; to wrangle.intransitive

• He also argued for stronger methods to be used against China.
• He argued as follows: America should stop Lend-Lease convoying, because it needs to fortify its own Army with the supplies.

To have an argument, a quarrel.intransitive

• Dave Merrill: You and Dad were arguing again. Kate Merrill: We weren't arguing. We were talking... loudly.

To present (a viewpoint or an argument therefor).transitive

• He argued his point.
• He argued that America should stop Lend-Lease convoying because it needed to fortify its own Army with the supplies.

To prove.obsoletetransitive

To accuse.obsoletetransitive