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Counterargument

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

An argument that is opposed to another argument..

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Near-synonyms: rebuttal, refutation
One argument is that "the virus has changed everything" and that people will work from home and travel much less, easing capacity pressures. But there is a counter argument whereby we may all discover that, longer-term, many jobs cannot after all be effectively carried out from home indefinitely.

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What does counterargument mean?

Counterargument means An argument that is opposed to another argument..

What is a synonym for counterargument?

Common synonyms include rebuttal, refutation.

What is the opposite of counterargument?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use counterargument in a sentence?

Near-synonyms: rebuttal, refutation

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