argumentative
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well-argued
Based on arguments; using a logical and well-reasoned approach. Describes a type of communication or thinking that aims to persuade through reasons.
Sie hat eine sehr argumentative und gut strukturierte Präsentation gehalten.
She gave a very well-argued and well-structured presentation.
argumentative
Describing a person who likes to discuss or argue often; quarrelsome. This meaning often has a slightly negative connotation.
Er ist ein sehr argumentativer Mensch, was Diskussionen mit ihm manchmal anstrengend macht.
He is a very argumentative person, which sometimes makes discussions with him exhausting.
Careful: 'argumentativ' (well-argued) can mean the neutral sense of 'well-reasoned' in German. In English, 'argumentative' is almost always negative and means 'quarrelsome' or 'inclined to argue.'
Sein Brief war sehr argumentativ und überzeugend.
His letter was very well-argued and convincing.
The meaning often depends on what is being described. If the word describes a thing (e.g., a text or a speech), it usually means 'well-reasoned.' If it describes a person, it often means 'argumentative' or 'quarrelsome.'
Der Aufsatz war argumentativ sehr stark.
The essay was very strong in terms of argumentation.
The word is derived from the noun 'das Argument' (the argument). The ending '-ativ' forms an adjective and describes a quality or behavior that has to do with arguments.
Eine gute Diskussion braucht eine argumentative Grundlage.
A good discussion needs a well-argued foundation.
The word can also be used as an adverb to describe how an action is carried out. It then usually stands directly with the verb.
Sie hat ihre Meinung argumentativ verteidigt.
She defended her opinion with arguments.
well-founded
Both words relate to reasons and a logical foundation. “Fundiert” mainly evaluates an outcome or decision as well supported, whereas “argumentativ” describes an approach or communication based on reasons. Use “fundiert” for the quality and “argumentativ” for the way of thinking or speaking.
Die Kommission diskutierte argumentativ über die verschiedenen Möglichkeiten.
The commission discussed the various options by presenting arguments.
Die Kommission traf ihre fundierte Entscheidung nach einer sorgfältigen Prüfung aller Fakten.
The commission made its well-founded decision after carefully reviewing all the facts.
