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counterargument

1 of 1noun
/ˈkaʊntərˌɑːrɡjʊmənt/
Forms:counterarguments
1

an opposing argument or viewpoint that challenges an idea or theory

B2
  • She anticipated the counterarguments to her proposal and prepared strong rebuttals.
  • The lawyer presented compelling counterarguments to refute the prosecution's claims.
  • In the essay, he addressed potential counterarguments to his thesis to strengthen his argument.
  • During the debate, each speaker raised counterarguments to undermine the opposing side's position.
  • The professor encouraged students to consider counterarguments to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the topic.