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The art or practice of making arguments or controversies
“The polemics used by the skilled debater left the audience in awe of their argumentative mastery.”
The art of investigating or discussing the truth of opinions
Plural for a strong verbal or written attack on someone or something
“When Hegel finally disengaged his own philosophical approach and language, he launched a polemic against Schelling's followers and disciples.”
Plural for a speech or piece of writing which contains angry and extended criticism
“I even once wrote a polemic on why I shouldn't have to share a bedroom with my sister.”
Plural for an argument or controversy, or the state of such
“These implications form an important part of the conceptual framework presupposed in the polemic between Decartes and Kater.”
Plural for a person who writes in support of one opinion, doctrine, or system, in opposition to another
“Isocrates' construction of his literary career as a polemic against both non-Greek and Greek-speaking individuals radically redefines the political notion of homonoia.”
Plural for a reason or set of reasons given in support of an idea, action or theory
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