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 can't handle this. - Wow. - Thank you, Henry. Ah, Henry. Hi, Gerry. Hey, you know something? I can't do this pro bono work any more. It's just not... It's not worth it. - What happened? - Well, I'm going on national television next week. I mean, I haven't got time to tell you, (..)
    1997 Good Will Hunting