A response made to an argument by turning it against its originator. Obsolete.
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释义 | the mind > attention and judgement > testing > refutation, disproof > [noun] > by turning argument against opponent > instance of (5) retortion1600 A response made to an argument by turning it against its originator. Obsolete. recrimination1604 Usually in plural. Originally: an accusation, esp. one made in response to an accuser. Now usually: an expression of reprimand or criticism, a… recharge1637 The act of making an accusation again or in return. Obsolete. tu quoque1671 An argument which consists in retorting a charge upon one's accuser. Also attributive. counter-motion1893 A motion or proposed resolution contrary to one already proposed. |
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