Hyphenation of debate

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word debate? This word can be hyphenated and contains 2 syllables as shown below.

de-bate

Definitions of debate:

1.
A discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal
The argument over foreign aid goes on and on
2.
The formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
3.
Argue with one another
We debated the question of abortion John debated Mary
4.
Think about carefully
Weigh They considered the possibility of a strike Turn the proposal over in your mind
5.
Discuss the pros and cons of an issue
6.
Have an argument about something

Synonyms of debate:

noun argument, argumentation, discussion, give-and-take, word
noun disputation, public debate, public speaking, speechmaking, speaking, oral presentation
verb consider, moot, turn over, deliberate
verb consider, moot, turn over, deliberate, hash out, discuss, talk over
verb deliberate, hash out, discuss, talk over
verb argue, contend, fence, converse, discourse

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