Counterarguments

Definition

Counterarguments are opposing viewpoints or arguments that challenge the main claim or thesis statement. They provide alternative perspectives and force writers to address potential weaknesses in their own arguments.

Related terms

Rebuttal:

A response that refutes or challenges a counterargument.

Refutation:

The act of proving a counterargument wrong or invalid.

Persuasion: The process of convincing others to adopt a certain belief or take a specific action.