English1010 Vocab Words Term 2

Conjecture

An inference or conclusion formed by guesswork

without sufficient evidence.

Deductive reasoning

A form of logical reasoning wherein a general

principle is applied to a specific case.

Inductive reasoning

Making a generalization based on specific

evidence at hand.

Rebuttal

The means of answering a counterargument.

Refutation

A form of rebuttal that completely rejects a claim

or counter-argument.

Concession

A form of rebuttal that agrees with the opposing

viewpoint on a certain, smaller point, but not the

larger argument.

Compromise

A form of rebuttal that seeks to find common or

middle ground between the claim and

counter-argument.

Cogent

Particularly relevant, related, and clear or

convincing.

Digression

The act of departing from the main point.

Reiteration

To state again for emphasis.

Recapitulation

To summarize or restate main points

Anomaly

Something different, abnormal, peculiar, or not

easily classified

Explicit

Fully and clearly expressed or demonstrated

Counterintuitive

Contrary to what one might assume or expect.

Overt

Obvious, undisguised, noticeable

Sanctimonious

Hypocritically pious or devout

Aphorism

A short statement, often of unknown authorship,

that expresses an idea widely accepted as true or

moral.

Exemplification

Providing examples in service of a point.