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

  • (..) -I'm sorry. -No I get it. I know I've made enemies. I'm conducting though They brought back JVC fest this year They got me opening in a couple of weeks with a pro band. That's great. It's alright. Truth is, I don't think people... understood what it was I was doing at Shaffer. (..)
    2014 Whiplash