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Argumentative Vocabulary

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analyze
to examine carefully and in detail so as to identify causes, key factors, possible results, etc.
argument
a set of reasons given to persuade others that an action or idea is right or wrong
citation
the act of citing or quoting a reference to an authority or a precedent
claim
an assertion of something as a fact
counterclaim
the view of a person who disagrees with your opinion
credible
capable of being believed; believable
evidence
facts that support a belief or prove your point
rebuttal
to deny the truth of something, especially by presenting arguments that disprove it
qualifiers
words or phrases that are added to another word to modify its meaning, either by limiting it (He was somewhat busy) or by enhancing it (The dog was very cute).
warrant
something that serves to give reliable or formal assurance of something; guarantee, pledge, or security
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