반론하다
To argue against an existing opinion, claim, or theory with a counter-argument.
Examples
3 of 5그녀는 내 의견에 즉각 반론했다.
She immediately counter-argued my opinion.
피고 측 변호인은 검사의 주장에 대해 반론했습니다.
The defense attorney counter-argued the prosecutor's claim.
내 말에 반론하고 싶으면 근거를 대 봐.
If you want to counter my words, show some evidence.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ban (Against) + Ron (Discussion/Logic) = Discussion against.
Quick Quiz
그 학자는 기존의 연구 결과가 잘못되었다고 ( ).
Correct!
The correct answer is: 반론했다
Examples
그녀는 내 의견에 즉각 반론했다.
everydayShe immediately counter-argued my opinion.
피고 측 변호인은 검사의 주장에 대해 반론했습니다.
formalThe defense attorney counter-argued the prosecutor's claim.
내 말에 반론하고 싶으면 근거를 대 봐.
informalIf you want to counter my words, show some evidence.
이 논문은 기존의 진화론적 관점에 반론하고 있다.
academicThis paper counter-argues existing evolutionary perspectives.
회의 중에 제안된 마케팅 전략에 대해 반론하는 직원이 있었다.
businessThere was an employee who counter-argued the proposed marketing strategy during the meeting.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
반론의 여지가 없다
there is no room for counter-argument
재반론
rebuttal of a counter-argument
반론을 제기하다
to raise a counter-argument
Often Confused With
반대하다 is simply 'to disagree', while 반론하다 implies providing a logical counter-argument.
Usage Notes
A key verb for IELTS Speaking Part 3 and Writing Task 2 when discussing opposing views.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it for simple emotional disagreement; it requires a 'theory' or 'argument' to respond to.
Memory Tip
Ban (Against) + Ron (Discussion/Logic) = Discussion against.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 反論 (opposite + discussion).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
그 학자는 기존의 연구 결과가 잘못되었다고 ( ).
Correct!
The correct answer is: 반론했다
Related Vocabulary
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선결
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전제조건
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불일치
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일반화
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정합성
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연역적
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유념하다
B1To keep something in mind, to pay attention to, or to be mindful of a fact or warning. It is used in formal instructions or academic conclusions.
봉착하다
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나열하다
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가열되다
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