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Debate Vocabulary
1st set of words for debate/ argument unit
Term | Definition |
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Debate | To argue both sides of a topic |
Fact | Something proven to be true |
Opinion | A feeling or belief |
Quote | To write exactly what someone said |
Resolve | To make a firm decision to do something |
Proposition | A subject to be debated |
Evidence | Facts and examples that prove something |
Persuade | To try and convince someone |
Contention | A strong statement to support one side of an argument |
Affirmative Side | Side that supports the proposition |
Negative Side | Side that supports the proposition |
Oppose | To be against something |
Rebuttal | A response to a counter argument |
Concede | To admit that someone else is right |
Counterargument | An opposing argument or response |