argue

verb | ar·gue

1. : to give reasons for or against a matter in dispute arguing for an extension

   a : to give reasons for or against argued the issue before the judge

   b : to prove or try to prove by giving reasons or evidence will argue invasion of privacy

2. : to present in court lawyers in court filing briefs and arguing appeals —Rorie Sherman

   : to present in court lawyers in court filing briefs and arguing appeals —Rorie Sherman