Debate

6 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

A formal discussion or argument about a particular topic.

“The presidential debate attracted millions of viewers.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/dɪˈbeɪt/

Syllables

de·bate

Related Words

Synonyms

discussion argument dispute

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Starts with DE, has vowels E and A.

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Scrabble

Worth 9 points, B adds good value.

Words Related to Debate

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “debate” to make these 6-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

rebate

Words you can make from Debate

Shorter words formed from the letters in “debate”.

abede bated debat abed abet adet ated bade bate bead beat bede beet beta bete date debe debt edea

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