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

  • (..) The rifle is the first weapon you learn how to use... because it lets you keep your distance from the client. The closer you get to being a pro... the closer you can get to the client. The knife, for example, is the last thing you learn. Position. (..)
    1994 Léon: The Professional
  • (..) Don't move. I'll go get one. When you told me to get this baby out for you... I thought my hearing was going. I says to myself, Leon's a pro. Nobody uses that except beginners I like to stay in shape. Sure. Always stay on top of it. It's like me. I gotta know (..)
    1994 Léon: The Professional