Counterexposition

/ˌkaʊntərˌɛkspəˈzɪʃən/ noun

Definition

A detailed presentation or statement made in response to another exposition, often presenting opposing viewpoints or alternative information.

Etymology

From counter- + exposition (from Latin exponere, meaning 'to set forth' or 'to display'). Used in debate, philosophy, and academic discourse.

Kelly Says

In formal debates, counterexposition is the moment where one side carefully dismantles the other's argument piece by piece—it's like watching someone build an elaborate sand castle and then watching someone else explain exactly why it will wash away.

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