English Words for "Making an Argument"

a link in the chain

phrase

/ɐ lˈɪŋk ɪnðə tʃˈeɪn/

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a part of a larger system or process, with its specific qualities determined by the preceding adjectives

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Jane's attention to detail is a crucial link in the chain for quality control, ensuring the products meet the highest standards.

Access to clean water is a vital link in the chain of public health, as it reduces the risk of waterborne diseases.

ammunition

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a set of facts or information that can be used to win an argument against someone or to criticize them

arguable

Adjective

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(of an ideology or opinion) not certain and could be backed up by facts and reasons

arguably

Adverb

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used to convey that a statement can be supported with reasons or evidence

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adverb of manner

to argue

Verb

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to provide reasons when saying something is the case, particularly to persuade others that one is right

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argumentative

Adjective

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(of a person) ready to argue and often arguing

unargumentative

at the same time

phrase

/æt ðə sˈeɪm tˈaɪm/

used to introduce a second fact that must be taken into account

to carry

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to persuade a group of people to accept one's arguments by winning their support or sympathy

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case

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a series of facts supporting a theory or an argument

to claim

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to say that something is the case without providing proof for it

disclaim

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transitive

chink in one's armor

phrase

/tʃˈɪŋk ɪn wˈʌnz ˈɑːɹmɚ/

Idiom

‌a weakness in someone's character or argument that can be used against them

What is the origin of the idiom "chink in one's armor" and when to use it?

The idiom "chink in one's armor" has historical origins and refers to a small opening or crack in a suit of armor, which could leave a warrior vulnerable to attack. In the context of the idiom, it means a weakness or vulnerability that can be exploited by an opponent or enemy. The usage of the idiom has since expanded beyond its historical context and can now refer to any situation where someone has a weakness or vulnerability that could be exploited or used against them.

claim

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a statement about the truth of something without offering any verification or proof

to concede

Verb

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to reluctantly admit that something is true after denying it first

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to confute

Verb

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to prove something or someone wrong or false through evidence or argumentation

prove

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consistently

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in a way that is always the same

unsystematically

Grammatical Information:

adverb of manner

to contend

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to argue the truth of something

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corollary

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a thing that is the direct or natural result of another

counterargument

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an opposing argument or viewpoint that challenges an idea or theory

credible

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able to be believed or relied on

incredible

to defend

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to support someone or try to justify an action, plan, etc.

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defensible

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having a justifiable basis that can be supported or explained

dialectic

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a method of uncovering the truth about something by comparing contradicting ideas and considering different theories

dialectical

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referring to the method of argumentation or discourse that involves the exchange of opposing ideas or viewpoints in order to reach a deeper understanding or resolution

evidence

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anything that proves the truth or possibility of something, such as facts, objects, or signs

to flatten

Verb

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to thoroughly defeat someone in an argument, a contest, etc.

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to flesh out

Verb

/flˈɛʃ ˈaʊt/

to explain or describe something in detail, often in a formal or structured manner

abridge

for that matter

Adverb

/fɔːɹ ðæt mˈæɾɚ/

used to convey that what one is saying about something is also true for another related thing

furthermore

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used to introduce additional information

Grammatical Information:

conjunctive adverb

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