counterblast
Vehement opposing argument
A counterblast is a forceful response or retaliation, especially a verbal or written attack answering another: The senator's speech was a counterblast to critics of the bill.
The term suggests vigor and directness—not a mild reply but a full-throated rejoinder.
Originally referred to an opposing blast of wind or air.
Disproving a statement
- counterargumentPoint challenging another's position
- rebuttalFormal response disputing claims
- rejoinderReply to a reply
- riposteSwift clever reply
response · retort · reply · denial · repudiation · contradiction · objection · challenge
refutation
Disproving a statement
- counterargumentPoint challenging another's position
- rebuttalFormal response disputing claims
- rejoinderReply to a reply
riposte · response · retort · reply · denial · repudiation · contradiction · objection · challenge · critique
counterblastacquiescence
Unresisting acceptance
silence · submission · capitulation · acceptance · concession
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