How do you use the word "rebuttal" in a sentence?

Here are real-life examples of using "rebuttal": Mr. Jackson, your rebuttal. There was no need for rebuttal.

Rebuttal Meaning

/ɹɪˈbʌt.əl/

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

Definition

nounThe act of contradicting something by making a contrary argument, or presenting contrary evidence.

nounA statement, designed to refute or negate specific arguments put forward by opponents.

Sentence Examples

Mr. Jackson, your rebuttal.

There was no need for rebuttal.

A rebuttal will be published in the next issue.

CEFR Practice Quiz

After the lawyer presented strong evidence, the opponent's ____ clearly disproved the claim.

CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)

The defense lawyer prepared a detailed ____ to counter every point raised by the prosecution.

Word Origin & History

Etymology tree English rebut Proto-Indo-European *h₂el-der.? Proto-Italic *-ālis Latin -ālisbor. Old French -albor. ▲ Latin -ālis Old French -elbor. ▲ Latin -ālisbor. Middle English -al English -al English rebuttal From rebut + -al.

Literary Quotations & Historical Citations

"For those who imagine the capital flows with milk and honey, or avocado and sourdough, Edmonton is your rebuttal. Once full of light industry, today it has some of the most deprived areas in England." — 2023 August 17, Aditya Chakrabortty, “Can’t pay and they really do take it away: what happens when the bailiffs come knocking”, in The Guardian:

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