con (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /kɑn/

Definition

To argue against or present the opposing view in a debate or discussion.

Examples

• She will con the motion to increase taxes.

• He was asked to con the proposal at the meeting.

• The lawyer's job was to con the prosecution's arguments.

How to Use con

con + [noun phrase] (transitive verb)

To argue against a specific idea or proposal. — "He will con the plan."

be + asked/expected + to con (passive construction)

To be assigned the role of the opposition. — "They were asked to con the motion."

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