noun ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   One who debates or participates in a debate; one who argues.

   "William is a great debater."

2. 2
   someone who engages in debate wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

arguerapologistargueearguerargufiercasuist

Example

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"One of the most important skills a debater can have is to deliver cogent arguments in a clear manner."

Etymology

From debate + -er.

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