Argumentative Writing Vocabulary Flashcards: Definitions

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a person who argues in support or favor of a theory, proposal, issue, or project

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Proponent (n)

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a person who argues or competes against another in a game, contest, or argument; a person who disagrees with a proposal or practice

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Opponent (n)

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a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy

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Advocate (n)

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publicly recommend or support

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Advocate (v)

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to prove a statement or theory to be wrong or false

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Refute (v)

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one's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute

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Adversary (n)

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to support, give a boost to

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Bolster (v)

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a long pillow or cushion; a supporting post

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Bolster (n)

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a passage taken from a book or article

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Excerpt (n)

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to take and use such a passage in writing or speech, to quote

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Excerpt (v)