2 Flashcards by Samantha Flottman

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presume

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to suppose to be true w/o proof

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conjecture

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conclusion formed w/o evidence

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supposition

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belief based on no evidence

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postulate

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to propose an argument

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contend

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to take a position in an argument

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maintain

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to strongly defend ur position in an argument

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scrutinize

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to closely and thoroughly investigate

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calculate

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to determine based on careful consideration

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formulate

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to create an idea or plan with systematic thought

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appraise

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to evaluate the worth of something

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ascertain

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to find out

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tenable

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able to be maintained

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substantiate

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to use proof to support a claim

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corrobate

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to confirm a person’s explanation

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cogent

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logical and convincing

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