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4. Argument Against the Person Flashcards

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Argument Against the Person

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When directing the argument to the other arguer instead of the argument itself

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Ad Hominem Abusive

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Returning an argument with an abusive comment to the arguer

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Ad hominem circumstantial

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Insinuating that an arguer is biased because of past circumstances

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Tu Quoque

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The 2nd arguer insinuating the 1st arguer is hypocritical or arguing in bad faith

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