Argument Terms

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Irrelevant evidence

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Reasons that do not directly relate to or support the claim.

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Credible source

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A trusted, reliable provider of accurate information.

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Claim

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The main position or statement on a topic, issue, event, or idea.

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Argument

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The use of reasons and evidence to support a position and make it convincing.

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Subjective

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Based on or influenced by personal feelings or opinions.

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Objective

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Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions; based on facts.

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Counterclaim

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An argument made to oppose another claim.

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Rebuttal

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A response to a counterclaim that argues against it.

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Evidence

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Facts or information that support a claim or argument.

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Support

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Reasons or evidence that back up a claim.