pro

Definition

  • noun: an argument for something
  • noun: an argument or evidence in affirmation
  • usually plural
  • synonyms: professional, professional, plus

Examples

  • When the new law was proposed, we began hearing arguments from both the 'pros' and the cons. [=from the people who supported it and the people who opposed it]

  • Congress weighed the 'pros and cons' of the new tax plan. [=the arguments for and against the new tax plan]

  • The governor has taken a 'pro-choice' position. = The governor is 'pro-choice'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) so we're both in the same boat. Wait a second! You mean this is your first job? Uh..hmm. It is. So if I seem a little disorganized... My God! Toni sends you over here! You're not even a pro! Not yet! You don't have any qualms going down this road? Umm, huh. I need a job. (..)
    2016 Café Society