Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
subclaim
noun
/ˈsʌbˌkleɪm/
Definition
A subclaim is a supporting statement that provides additional evidence or reasoning to back up a larger claim in an argument.
Examples
- The author presented a subclaim that highlighted the economic benefits of the policy.
- In his essay, each subclaim was backed by relevant data and statistics.
Meaning
Subclaims help to clarify and strengthen the main claim by offering specific examples or details that reinforce the overall argument.
Synonyms
- supporting statement
- secondary claim
- subsidiary assertion
