論拠
Meanings
1
grounds of an argument; basis for reasoning
Refers to the logical foundation or evidence supporting a claim. Common in formal discussion, debate, and academic writing.
His claim lacks solid grounds.
The basis for this theory rests on multiple experimental results.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉の論拠を示すto present the grounds for something
He presented the grounds for his argument.
- 〈事〉を論拠にするto use something as the basis for an argument
He formulated the hypothesis based on that data as grounds.
- 論拠が薄弱だthe grounds for an argument are weak or flimsy
That opinion was criticized as having weak grounds.
- 論拠を挙げるto cite grounds or evidence for an argument
He countered by citing three points of evidence.