Other forms: argumentations
Argumentation is a very logical way of discussing or debating an idea. When you use the technique of argumentation, you prove something to be true or false.
Argumentation uses logic, persuasion, and various debate tactics to arrive at a conclusion. When a debater or negotiator follows the rules of argumentation, she backs up her ideas with very systematic, careful reasoning that makes her conclusion strong and believable. From the 15th century, argumentation has meant "presentation of formal arguments," from the Latin root argumentationem, "the bringing forth of a proof."
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a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoningsynonyms: argument, line, line of reasoning, logical argumenttypes:line of inquiry, line of questioningan ordering of questions so as to develop a particular argumentcasuistryargumentation that is specious or excessively subtle and intended to be misleadingpolicya line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a governmentclericalisma policy of supporting the influence and power of the clergy in secular or political mattersplankan endorsed policy in the platform of a political partyeconomic policya government policy for maintaining economic growth and tax revenuessocial policya policy of for dealing with social issuesparty linethe policy of a political groupforeign policya policy governing international relationszero-tolerance policyany policy that allows no exceptionZionisma policy for establishing and developing a national homeland for Jews in Palestineappeasementa policy of pacifying an enemy or potential enemy by making concessionsausteritya policy of drastically reducing government spendingnativisma policy of favoring native-born inhabitants of a country rather than immigrantsdoctrinea stated government policy, especially one dealing with foreign relations or military strategyscorched-earth policythe military policy of destroying property and resources so that an advancing enemy cannot use themtype of:
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a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposaltypes:logomachyargument about words or the meaning of wordstype of:
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Vocabulary lists containing argumentation
Expository writing is writing that presents the reader with important research and information about a topic. This list of vocabulary can help expose you to the key terms that provide the basis for good expository writing. Here are links to our lists in the collection: List 1, List 2
Point of order! If you need to improve your public speaking skills, review this list of words related to speech and debate. Can the right vocabulary really help you make persuasive and informative arguments? Affirmative!
Expository writing is writing that presents the reader with important research and information about a topic. This list of vocabulary can help expose you to the key terms that provide the basis for good expository writing.