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Huntington Vocab Group 3
Words in Group 3 relate to Debate
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English
11th Grade
11/02/2010

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Cogent
Definition
(adj) appealing to the intellect or powers of reason; sound; compelling

Ms. Lober teaches her students to make cogent arguements.
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Corollary
Definition
(n) a consequence that follows naturally; an easily drawn conclusion

In Delia is sick it is corollary that she slept late due to school work.
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Corroborate
Definition
(v) to support with evidence; to make certain

You must corroborate your reason for being absent, in order for it to be excused.
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Extrapolate
Definition
(v) to infer or estimate from something that is known

Sueann extrapolated that Dillon was stupid because he was failing math.
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Implicit
Definition
(adj) implied but not directly expressed

Sueann's rude comment had an implicit meaning that no one caught.
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Rebut
Definition
(v) to refute by offering evidence or argument to the contrary

Linda used to be so good at rebutting the bullies harsh comments.
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Sophistry
Definition
(n) a false argument; superficially plausible but false reasoning

Jeff always making smart comments, but we all know they are just sophistry.
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Trenchant
Definition
(adj) keen, forceful, and penetrating in thought; biting; distinct

Ellie always makes trenchant comments, she has no barrier between thought and speech.
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Waver
Definition
(v) to exhibit indecision; to move unsteadily back and forth; to falter

I am wavering between writing flashcards and studying for Forensics.
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