reargument

/riːˈarguːmənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A second or additional argument presented in a court or other formal setting, typically after an initial argument has been heard.

“The lawyer requested a reargument before the appeals court to present new evidence.”

2. verb

To present or argue a case again in a court or other formal setting, typically after an initial argument has been heard.

“The lawyer will reargue the case next week to address the judge’s concerns.”

Synonyms

  • rehearing
  • retrial

Antonyms

  • abandonment
  • dismissal