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Arguable

/ˈɑːɡjuəbl/ · adjective

Meaning

That can be argued; that can be proven or strongly supported with sound logical deduction, precedent, and evidence..

Definitions by Sense

  1. That can be argued; that can be proven or strongly supported with sound logical deduction, precedent, and evidence.
  2. (colloquial) Open to doubt, argument or debate.

Example Sentences

This led to a set of rules (play cannot begin before crossing East Blithedale Avenue), then subrules ("crossing" means reaching the always arguable halfway point of the avenue) […

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What does arguable mean?

Arguable means That can be argued; that can be proven or strongly supported with sound logical deduction, precedent, and evidence..

What is a synonym for arguable?

Common synonyms include disputable, plausible, debatable, controversial.

What is the opposite of arguable?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use arguable in a sentence?

This led to a set of rules (play cannot begin before crossing East Blithedale Avenue), then subrules ("crossing" means reaching the always arguable halfway point of the avenue) […

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