argue

verb6

1. •
   To debate, disagree, or discuss opposing or differing viewpoints; to controvert; to wrangle.

   • 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.
2. •
   to have an angry exchange of words with someone over something

   • Dave Merrill: You and Dad were arguing again. Kate Merrill: We weren't arguing. We were talking... loudly. — 1999
3. •
   To present (a viewpoint or an argument therefor).

   • He argued his point.
   • He argued that America should stop Lend-Lease convoying because it needed to fortify its own Army with the supplies.
4. •
   To show grounds for concluding (that); to indicate, imply.

   • The new increase in crime argues for even tougher jail sentences, according to some.
5. •
   (no longer used) To prove.
6. •
   (no longer used) To accuse.