Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Debated.
Debated - as a noun
A discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal
Example: "The argument over foreign aid goes on and on"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
argument11argumentation16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discussion13give-and-takeword8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disputation14public debateDebated - as a verb
Argue with one another
Example: "We debated the question of abortion"
Think about carefully; weigh
Example: "They considered the possibility of a strike"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consider11deliberate13moot6turn overHypernyms (Closely Related)
discuss10hash outtalk overHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Discuss the pros and cons of an issue
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deliberate13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discuss10hash outtalk overHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Have an argument about something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
argue6contend10fence10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
converse13discourse12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Debated - as an adjective
Disputed, under discussion, not settled.
Example Sentences
"The debated focused on healthcare reform."
"We debated for hours about which movie to watch."
"The candidates debated fiercely during the election campaign."
"Scientists have long debated the origins of the universe."
"The panel debated the merits of the proposed legislation."
Word Game Points
Is DEBATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, debated is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEBATED has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is DEBATED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, debated is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEBATED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is DEBATED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, debated is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEBATED has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
