Debate Techniques

noun the quality of being clear, logical, and convincing; persuasiveness

• The cogency of the argument presented by the expert was undeniable.
• I was impressed by the cogency of his reasoning during the debate.
• Her cogency in explaining the concept blew my mind.
• The cogency of her emotions was evident in the way she expressed herself.

noun an instance of arguing about a trivial matter

verb to argue or raise objections about a trivial matter

adjective engaged in or characterized by petty or trivial argument

• The lawyers spent hours quibbling over minor details in the contract.
• Stop quibbling and just make a decision already!
• Quit quibbling and get to the point.
• Their relationship was falling apart due to constant quibbling over insignificant matters.

noun the act of proving a statement or theory to be false or incorrect

• The scientist presented a well-researched refutation of the theory proposed by his colleague.
• She totally shut down his argument with a solid refutation.
• He straight up debunked that with a killer refutation.
• Her words were like a sharp sword, cutting through his argument with precision and refutation.

noun a quick, clever reply or response in conversation or in a duel

• The diplomat delivered a sharp riposte to the accusations made by the foreign minister.
• She always has a quick riposte ready whenever someone teases her.
• He hit back with a savage riposte that left everyone speechless.
• His success in the competition was a riposte to all those who doubted his abilities.

noun a form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises); a common or useful form of reasoning

• A syllogism is a form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises).
• I learned about syllogisms in my philosophy class - it's all about drawing conclusions from two premises.
• Syllogisms are like those logic puzzles where you have to figure out who ate what based on a few clues.
• In a way, life can be seen as a series of syllogisms where we make decisions based on our beliefs and experiences.

adjective describing someone who speaks clearly and eloquently

• She is always well-spoken and eloquent in her speeches.
• He comes across as well-spoken and articulate in casual conversations.
• Dude, that guy is seriously well-spoken, like he could talk his way out of anything.
• The painting was so well-spoken, each brushstroke seemed to convey a different emotion.

noun a person who brings forward or introduces something

• The adducer of evidence presented a compelling argument in court.
• The adducer of the new policy changes explained them in detail to the team.
• The adducer of the gossip spread the juicy news around the office.
• She was the adducer of positive energy, always lifting the spirits of those around her.