arguendo

/ärˈɡwɛndoʊ/

Definitions

1. adverb

used to indicate that the following statement or argument is being made for the sake of argument, and is not necessarily believed or intended to be taken seriously

“The court’s ruling was made arguendo, leaving open the possibility of a future appeal.”

2. noun

a hypothetical assumption made for the sake of argument, especially in a legal or philosophical context

“The arguendo in this case assumed that the defendant was responsible for the damages.”

Synonyms

  • hypothetically
  • notwithstanding
  • speculatively

Antonyms

  • actually
  • in fact
  • without exception