Across
- 2. an investigation of the component parts of a whole
- 4. overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
- 7. intended or having the power to induce action or belief
- 9. lack of consensus or approval.
- 11. a view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
- 14. the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
- 15. with little or no preparation or forethought
- 18. an assertion offered as evidence that something is true
Down
- 1. a misconception resulting from incorrect reasoning
- 2. giving assent
- 3. an idea or conclusion having broad application
- 5. knowledge on which to base belief
- 6. the process of developing or presenting a theory, policy, or system in further detail.
- 8. the speech act of refuting by offering a contrary argument
- 9. a disagreement, argument, or debate.
- 10. marked by an orderly and coherent relation of parts
- 12. a contestant that you are matched against
- 13. a firmly held belief or opinion.
- 16. a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.
- 17. an ideal accepted by some individual or group