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Definition of counterargument

counterargument

/ˈkaʊn.tɚˌɑːrɡ.jə.mənt/
coun · ter · ar · gu · ment
Plural:counterarguments
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• noun

1

An argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea, proposition, or theory developed in another argument.

Example

"A strong persuasive essay anticipates the primary counterargument and addresses it with clear evidence."

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• Nearby Words

counteraction
counteractive
counterargue
counterargument
counterattack
counterattacker
counterbalance

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the prefix 'counter-' (from Anglo-Norman 'contre-', meaning 'against') combined with 'argument' (from Latin 'argumentum', meaning 'evidence' or 'proof').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Counterargument. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/counterargument
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