counterargument
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A reason or piece of evidence put forward to oppose a claim someone else has made.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A strong essay anticipates the reader's _____ and responds to it directly."
Answer: counterargument
In your own words, what does "counterargument" mean?
A reason or piece of evidence put forward to oppose a claim someone else has made.
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