Rebuttal (noun)

A response or counter argument to refute or disprove a statement or accusation.

Origin:

From the verb "rebut".

Examples:

  1. The lawyer"s rebuttal was strong and effectively debunked the prosecution"s case.
  2. He prepared a rebuttal to the criticism he received in the press.
  3. The debater's rebuttal was well-structured and convincing.
  4. The company's rebuttal denied any wrong doing.
  5. The spokesperson's rebuttal was quick and to the point.
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