Debate
01
辩论
a discussion about a particular issue between two opposing sides, mainly held publicly
例子
The debate on climate change highlighted the differences between the two parties' approaches.
关于气候变化的辩论突出了两党方法之间的差异。
02
a discussion in which participants present arguments for and against a proposition or idea
例子
Friends engaged in a lively debate about the best film of the year.
to debate
01
辩论, 讨论
to formally discuss a matter, usually in a structured setting
Transitive: to debate an issue
例子
Residents gathered at the community center to debate the new development plans for the neighborhood.
居民们聚集在社区中心讨论社区的新发展计划。
02
辩论, 讨论
to think carefully about an issue and consider its advantages and disadvantages before making a decision
例子
The family debated whether to take a vacation abroad or save money by exploring local destinations.
家人辩论是去国外度假还是通过探索本地目的地来省钱。
03
辩论, 讨论
to engage in a formal discussion or argument, often in a structured setting
Intransitive
例子
The members of the committee debated intensely, considering various proposals before reaching a decision.
委员会成员在做出决定前，考虑了各种提案，进行了激烈的辩论。
