Quote by Oscar Wilde

Arguments are extremely vulgar, for everybody in good society holds exactly the same opinions.

Arguments are extremely vulgar, for everybody in good societ

Summary

This quote suggests that arguments are considered distasteful because people in polite society tend to conform to the same set of opinions. It implies that discussions or debates tend to be unnecessary as everyone already shares similar viewpoints. The quote possibly criticizes the lack of diversity in perspectives or the reluctance to engage in intellectual disagreements. It portrays a view of societal conformity and the avoidance of confrontational conversations.

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