Argument Quote by Ann Coulter

“Contempt is the emotion we feel for an opponent whose arguments are too formidable to refute.”

Ann Coulter

About This Quote

Source Book: "Godless: The Church of Liberalism" by Ann Coulter, 2007

We feel contempt when an opponent's arguments seem unbeatable.

In simple terms: Contempt arises from feeling unable to refute strong arguments.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge limits, seek understanding.

Themes

emotion debate psychology

Mood

reflective skeptical

Type

philosophical dialogue

When to use this quote

political discourse
legal arguments
academic debate

Key Concepts

cognitive bias intellectual humility

Questions to Reflect On

When have you felt contempt in a debate?
How can you turn contempt into curiosity?

A Different Perspective

Contempt can shut down constructive dialogue.

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