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| − | '''Last wordism''' is a tactic used in a [[debate]] or discussion, resorted to in the belief that victory can be | + | '''Last wordism''' is a tactic used in a informal [[debate]] or discussion, resorted to in the belief that victory can be achieved by having the "last word." A statement can be identified as last wordism if it adds no new information or substance to an argument. It is intended to achieve its effect through recency<ref>"Recency" is the state of being "recent", as in "most recent."</ref> rather than through relevance. |
When '''last wordism''' is correctly identified, it often betrays the weaknesses of "less intellectually robust presentations."<ref>http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/pages/resources/books/reviews/CaseforChrist.pdf</ref> | When '''last wordism''' is correctly identified, it often betrays the weaknesses of "less intellectually robust presentations."<ref>http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/pages/resources/books/reviews/CaseforChrist.pdf</ref> | ||
| − | At best, last wordism is childish. At worst, it reflects a lack of | + | At best, last wordism is a childish tactic. At worst, it reflects a lack of personal responsibility or [[bullying]]. Which is a characteristic of wrongdoing or [[sin]]fulness. |
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Revision as of 11:19, 23 January 2013
Last wordism is a tactic used in a informal debate or discussion, resorted to in the belief that victory can be achieved by having the "last word." A statement can be identified as last wordism if it adds no new information or substance to an argument. It is intended to achieve its effect through recency[1] rather than through relevance.
When last wordism is correctly identified, it often betrays the weaknesses of "less intellectually robust presentations."[2]
At best, last wordism is a childish tactic. At worst, it reflects a lack of personal responsibility or bullying. Which is a characteristic of wrongdoing or sinfulness.
References
- ↑ "Recency" is the state of being "recent", as in "most recent."
- ↑ http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/pages/resources/books/reviews/CaseforChrist.pdf
