English

Noun

personal attack ‎(plural personal attacks)

1. Making of an abusive remark on or relating to somebody's person instead of providing evidence when examining another person's claims or comments.
   • 1989, Douglas N. Walton, Informal Logic:

     Basically, it is a personal attack on an arguer that brings the individuals's personal circumstances, trustworthiness, or character into question.

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See also

• insult
• offense
• swearword