Vocabulary

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Debate

"Formal argument."

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Argument

"Point made."

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Rebuttal

"Counter-argument."

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Opponent

"Adversary."

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Fallacy

"Logic error."

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Premise

"Basis of argument."

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Valid

"Correct."

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Bias

"Prejudice."

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Controversial

"Divisive."

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Consensus

"Agreement."

Article

Civilized Conflict

Debate is the crucible of truth. It is not a fight; it is a sport. The goal is not to hurt the opponent, but to dismantle their idea.

The Rebuttal "I hear what you are saying, but..." You must acknowledge the opponent's point before destroying it. This is respectful and effective. Then, provide your "Counter-argument."

Fallacies Avoid bad logic. "Ad Hominem" (attacking the person, not the idea). "Straw Man" (creating a fake, weak version of their argument). "Slippery Slope" (if we do A, then Z will happen!). Spotting these helps you win.

Playing Devil's Advocate Argue for the side you hate. It sharpens your mind. It forces you to understand the complexity of the issue.

Practice

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Attacking the person instead of the idea is...

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Arguing for a side you don't believe in is playing...

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A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting is a...

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A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others is an...

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A contradiction constitutes a...

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Someone who competes against or fights another in a contest, game, or argument is an...

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A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument constitutes a...

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A previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred is a...

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Having a sound basis in logic or fact is being...

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