Prebuttal

Pronunciation: /ˈpriˌbətl̩/

Definitions of prebuttal

noun a speech or argument made in anticipation of an opposing argument or criticism

Example Sentences

A1 A prebuttal is a response made before an argument is presented.

A2 In a debate, a prebuttal can help prepare for counterarguments.

B1 The politician's prebuttal effectively addressed potential criticisms of her proposal.

B2 During the press conference, the spokesperson gave a strong prebuttal to anticipated questions.

C1 The legal team meticulously crafted a prebuttal to undermine the prosecution's case.

C2 His eloquent prebuttal eloquently dismantled any doubts about his credibility.

Examples of prebuttal in a Sentence

formal The politician delivered a prebuttal to the opponent's upcoming speech.

informal She gave a prebuttal to his argument before he even made it.

slang He totally shut down their points with his prebuttal.

figurative Her prebuttal was like a preemptive strike in the debate.

Grammatical Forms of prebuttal

• past tense: prebuttaled
• plural: prebuttals
• comparative: more prebuttal
• superlative: most prebuttal
• present tense: prebuttal
• future tense: will prebuttal
• perfect tense: has prebuttaled
• continuous tense: is prebuttaling
• singular: prebuttal
• positive degree: prebuttal
• infinitive: to prebuttal
• gerund: prebuttaling
• participle: prebuttaled

Origin and Evolution of prebuttal

First Known Use: 1980 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'prebuttal' is a combination of 'pre-' meaning before and 'rebuttal' meaning a response or counterargument. It was likely coined in the context of anticipating and countering arguments before they are made.

Evolution of the word: The term 'prebuttal' has become more commonly used in political discourse to refer to preemptive responses to anticipated arguments or criticisms. It has evolved to signify a strategic approach to shaping public opinion before an event or debate takes place.