counterargument

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Counterargument' is when you present an argument or view in opposition to another argument or view. It's not just disagreeing, but also showing where the other argument may not make sense or have enough evidence.

Examples in Different Contexts

In public debates on climate change, 'counterarguments' test the validity of claims. An environmentalist could state, 'Facing the counterarguments strengthens our stance on sustainable practices.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

While Python would make our software easy to write and read, we have to carefully weigh other factors too, like performance.

Response:

Yes, one strong counterargument against Python is the performance issue for highly computational tasks.

Academics

Scenario:

The evolutionary theory offers a compelling explanation for the origin of species, but one could argue it has some shortcomings.

Response:

True, a valid counterargument to the evolutionary theory is the existence of certain biological traits that don't seem to aid survival.