Argument Vocabulary Flashcards

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An assertion/statement of the truth of something

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Claim

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2
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To state a fact or belief confidently

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Assert

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3
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When one tries to argue both sides evenly, thus not assuming a clear position

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Equivocate

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4
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One’s stance on an issue

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Position

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5
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To contradict a position

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Challenge

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6
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To support a position

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Defend

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7
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To set parameters for an argument (Yes, but… or No, but…)

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Qualify

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8
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A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong

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Argument

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