Argumentatious

/ɑrɡjuːmɛnˈteɪʃəs/ adjective

Definition

Characterized by or prone to argumentation; having a tendency to argue or engage in debate.

Etymology

From argumentation plus the suffix -ous meaning 'full of or characterized by.' A somewhat archaic or rare formation, following the pattern of other -ous adjectives.

Kelly Says

Argumentatious is the perfect word for that friend who turns every conversation into a debate tournament—it's dismissive enough to show you're annoyed but formal enough to be funny.

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