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

  • (..) -Denise Porter. -Denise. Denise Porter. You know, you look so familiar. l feel like l've seen you somewhere. No. l play pro ball. Maybe you've seen one of my games. No. But l mean if l did, l'm sure l would've definitely remembered you. Okay, well. Look, Denise... (..)
    2004 White Chicks