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objection
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. objection
  2. 2. refutation
This noun and verb (with する) means "counterargument" or "to argue against" something someone has said. It is used in debates, discussions, and written arguments when someone pushes back against an opinion or claim.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

At dinner, my little brother pushed back with "that's outdated."

Sentence 2

By the way, whose data is that objection based on?

Sentence 3

No matter how much I explain, my dad keeps making the same objection.

Sentence 4

Still, I pushed back with "the reality on the ground is different."

Sentence 5

Why couldn't I speak up and object right then and there?