counterargument

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counterargument

(noun)

Meaning

an opposing argument or reasoning

Example

"In the debate, Sarah presented a strong counterargument to challenge the initial claims."

Synonyms

rebuttalobjectionresponse

More about this word

Word origin
Derived from the combination of 'counter-' meaning against and 'argument' for a reasoned statement.

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