subclaim

/ˈsʌbklæm/

Definitions

1. noun

A subsidiary or secondary claim, especially one that is less important or less well-supported than the main claim.

“The lawyer presented several subclaims to support her client’s case.”

2. verb

To make or put forward a subsidiary or secondary claim, especially one that is less important or less well-supported than the main claim.

“The politician tried to subclaim that the opposing party’s plan was flawed.”

Synonyms

  • minor claim
  • subargument

Antonyms

  • main claim
  • primary assertion