A method of convincing someone to do or believe something by using reason or argument.

The people who watch, read, or listen to a presentation or piece of writing.

An exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.

A statement that someone gives to support their opinion or claim, explaining why they think it is true.

A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or school assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.

A statement that says something is true, even though some people might disagree with it.

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

A specific technique or tool used by a writer or speaker to influence the audience and make their message more convincing.

A person's specific opinion or position on a particular topic.

A question asked in order to create a dramatic effect or to make a point rather than to get a real answer.

A mistaken belief or a failure in reasoning that makes an argument invalid.

The part of an argument where you explain why the other side's claim is incorrect or weak.

A situation where people start doing something primarily because other people are doing it, regardless of their own beliefs.

A set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

Lacking sense or clear, sound reasoning; not following the rules of logic.

A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments or poor reasoning.

An extreme exaggeration used to make a point or to show emphasis, which is not meant to be taken literally.

A statement used to support a point or idea, often seen as justification for an opinion or action.

The facts, statistics, or information that help prove whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.

A person's particular attitude or position on a specific topic or issue.

A reply intended to show that a specific objection or counterargument is wrong or weak.