ichidan verb, transitive verb
discuss; talk about; deal with
Neutral, formal verb for examining or addressing a topic in speech or writing. Often used in academic, political, or analytical contexts.
See also: 論ずる
会議で新しい政策について論じた。
We discussed the new policy at the meeting.
この本は現代社会の問題を論じている。
This book deals with issues in modern society.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
Implies a more confrontational or debate-like exchange, where differing opinions are actively contested.
See also: 論ずる
彼らは歴史解釈をめぐって激しく論じた。
They argued fiercely over the interpretation of history.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
take into consideration; make an issue of
Usually used in negative sentences to mean something is not worth discussing or is too trivial to consider. Common pattern: 〜に論じるまでもない or 〜を論じるに足りない.
See also: 論ずる
その程度のミスは論じるに足りない。
A mistake of that level is not worth discussing.
彼の提案は論じるまでもなく却下された。
His proposal was rejected without even being considered.