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An argument device similar to the "straw man" where opposing points are rebutted with a simplistic misrepresentation of the argument or the opposition themselves. These responses are meant to attack the credibility of the argument or arguer, not respond to an actual argument. As such, once they are delivered, both the argument and arguer are voided.
Popular in discussion of politics, specifically on the Internet and cable television and radio talk-shows.
Popular in discussion of politics, specifically on the Internet and cable television and radio talk-shows.
Label and dismiss:
Person 1: President Bush's trip to China was a success.
Person 2: You're a neocon.
Person 1: President Bush's trip to China was a success.
Person 2: You're a neocon.
by ettore_rolli August 09, 2008
Jun 25 Word of the Day
When someone thinks they are the main character of their life. Usually comes with a side of individuality complex, quirky style and a self centered point of view.
"I asked Jenny where the beer was and she said 'Just over the horizon, like my dreams.'"
"Yeah, that girl has a major case of Main Character Syndrome."
"Yeah, that girl has a major case of Main Character Syndrome."
by CrazyandIknowit April 27, 2021