REBUTTALS Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

rebuttals

noun

plural of rebuttal

as in refutations

something (as an argument) that serves to disprove an effective rebuttal to her claim of having the gift of clairvoyance

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Recent Examples of rebuttals Tweets about Cunningham, thinkpieces, and rebuttals have all swirled into an endless mass of controversy — one dominated by derogatory rhetoric, threats, and anti-trans memes. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2026 Similar comments, and rebuttals, appear in numerous replies to Netflix's posting about the casting on Instagram. — ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026 Similar comments, and rebuttals, appear in numerous replies to Netflix’s posting about the casting on Instagram. — Peter Smith, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2026 Then a mic is passed around so attendees can share their thoughts or rebuttals. — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026 Filing rebuttals in addition to original arguments (theoretically a right belonging to both sides) can double the amount of driving. — Marc Joffe, Oc Register, 30 Aug. 2026 Conspiracy theories have gone viral, prompting rebuttals of claims from reporters covering the case and experts in crime scene investigation and forensic psychology. — Sumiko Corley, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2026 However, that type of argument would be subject to rebuttals, including that the WNBA has emphasized inclusivity. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 Aug. 2026 That story, which includes rebuttals from Lawrence, did not indicate Holscher was referencing Kelly’s divorce. — Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026

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