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

  • (..) ...at the Westchester Country Club. Westchester? Isn't that a private club? That's right, buddy. It's private. It's very private. I met the pro at the golf shop up on th Street. I gave him a Cuban... ...and he invites me for a free round. Then he says, anytime I lay one of - Wow. (..)
    1992 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Bubble Boy Season: 4 Episode 7