Argument Vocab Flashcards
1
Q
Implicit
A
Suggested, implied
2
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Explicit
A
Clearly shown or stated
3
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Juxtapose
A
To place side by side for comparison
4
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Precedent
A
an act or statement that may serve as an example or justification later on
5
Q
Status quo
A
the existing state of affairs
6
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Stance
A
A writers apparent attitude toward audience/subject
7
Q
Premise
A
A statement serving as the basis for an argument
8
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Dogmatic
A
Asserted without proof; stating opinion positively or arrogantly
9
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Fallacy
A
A mistaken idea, a flaw reasoning
10
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Syllogism
A
A form of logical reasoning from unarguable premises
11
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Hyperbole
A
Exaggeration for effect
12
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Warrant
A
What connects your evidence to your claim; reasoning
