argue/ˈɑːɡjuː/
vt., vi.argued, arguing1. 辩论argue a case辩论一个案子
They argued their actions had nothing to do with the riot, but I think that's debatable.他们辩解道，他们的行为与这次骚乱没有关系，但我认为这话未必正确。
2. 表明；显示出The way he spends money argues him to be a rich man.他的花钱方式表明他是个有钱人。
3. 列举理由证明Others argue that more bus routes should be opened up because buses can accommodate more passengers.另外一些人认为应该开辟更多的公交路线，因为公共汽车载客多。
4. 争论；争吵He argued with Mary about the best place for a holiday.他和玛丽争论度假的最好地方。