L'argument
Example: Son argument pour convaincre était très convaincant et clair.
Definition
"L'argument" refers to a reason or set of reasons given to persuade others that an idea, opinion, or action is right or reasonable. It is commonly used in discussions or debates to support a specific point of view, as in the sentence: Son argument pour convaincre était très convaincant et clair.
Etymology
The word "l'argument" comes from the Latin word 'argumentum,' meaning evidence or proof. It entered French through Old French, retaining its sense related to reasoning and persuasion. Did you know that the original Latin root 'arguere' means 'to make clear or prove'?
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"L'argument" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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