Definitions of Key Terms

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Argument

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A statement or series of statements that support a particular point of view or position.

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Claim

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A statement or assertion that something is true, typically one that is disputed or in doubt.

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Evidence

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Information or facts that support a claim or argument, helping to establish its validity.

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Counterargument

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An argument made to oppose another argument, addressing potential objections and differing viewpoints.

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Rebuttal

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A response to a counterargument that aims to disprove or diminish its validity.

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Credibility

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The quality of being trusted and believed in, often relating to the reliability of sources or evidence used in research.

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Persuasion

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The act of convincing someone to believe or do something, often through the use of reasoning or emotional appeal.

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Analysis

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The detailed examination and interpretation of information, evidence, or arguments to understand their components and relationships.

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Bias

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A tendency to favor one viewpoint or perspective over others, which can affect the objectivity of an argument or research.

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Audience

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The group of people that a writer is addressing or trying to persuade.