Raising objections is basically trying to show that an argument is bad and why it is bad. While raising objections, another argument is made that counters the bad argument either by questioning the premise or premises or disproving the conclusion. We all experience this kind of arguing and counter-arguing everyday, whether we notice it or not. Recently, my girlfriend and I had debated where we were going to have lunch. She suggested pizza, but I countered by saying we had pizza last week and suggested a burger place. She counter-argued by saying we also had burgers last week. We did that back and forth until we finally decided to just eat at home. We each pointed out what was wrong with the other person's argument.
Refuting an argument is basically a method of counter-arguing. One can refute an argument either directly or indirectly. By disproving an argument directly, a person must either show that a premise is dubious, show that the argument is weak, or show that the conclusion is false. On the other hand, indirectly refuting an argument involves explaining how a false or unwanted conclusion is a result of the premises stated.
I like this post because it is very detailed and clear. It makes me think about how often it is that raising objections come about in every day life, especially between my roommates and I about whether to go out and eat or stay at home and cook. The other day my roommates wanted to go to smoke eaters, but I countered by saying that we went to wing stop which is basically the same thing and suggested to go to Safeway and get stuff to make food. They counter-argued by stating that we always make stuff at home and that they have deals on Tuesdays at smoke eaters.
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