rebuttal — an argument or proof that shows another argument is wrong or false
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an argument or proof that shows another argument is wrong or false
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈbʌtəl/
Example Sentences
- His rebuttal was so weak that even his own mother changed sides.
- The scientist provided a compelling rebuttal to the climate change denial.
- Her rebuttal was so brilliant that the debate judge gave her a standing ovation.
rebuttal
NOUN[/rɪˈbʌtəl/]
an argument or proof that shows another argument is wrong or false
Proving the opposing argument completely wrong
Her rebuttal crushed the brutal refusal!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Rebuttal derives from French 'rebouter', meaning to thrust back or push away again. The word combines the prefix 're-' (again) with 'bouter' (to push or thrust), forming the verb 'rebut' (to refute or argue against). The noun form 'rebuttal' was created by adding the nominal suffix '-al', denoting the act or instance of rebutting an argument or claim.
Breakdown
re- (again, back) + but (push, thrust) + -al (noun suffix indicating action or state). The root 'but' comes from Old French 'bouter', meaning to push or drive.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His rebuttal was so weak that even his own mother changed sides.”
“The scientist provided a compelling rebuttal to the climate change denial.”
“Her rebuttal was so brilliant that the debate judge gave her a standing ovation.”
“The politician's rebuttal was shorter than a tweet and twice as empty.”
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