a formal discussion of an issue at a public meeting or in a parliament. In a debate two or more speakers express opposite views and then there is often a vote on the issue.
مناظره, بحث, مباحثه
2
B2
an argument or a discussion expressing different opinions
بحث, مناظره
The issue has sparked debate across the industry.
to provoke/stimulate debate
a fierce/vigorous debate
The theatre's future is a subject of lively public debate.
Intense political debate focused on the merits of the two alternative schemes.
There has been heated debate about whether the film should be allowed.
There has been much debate on the issue of childcare.
the ongoing debate over American foreign policy
Whether he deserved what happened to him is open to debate.
The issue is still under debate.
verb
B2
1
B2
to discuss something, especially formally, before making a decision or finding a solution
بحث کردن, مناظره کردن, مباحثه کردن
synonym discuss
2
to think carefully about something before making a decision
تامل کردن, سبک سنگین کردن, اندیشه کردن
She debated with herself for a while, and then picked up the phone.
We're debating whether or not to go skiing this winter.