1. a statement or reasoning that fails to constitute a valid or logical argument
2. a disagreement or dispute that lacks substance or logical basis

Examples

• His claim was dismissed as a nonargument because it lacked supporting evidence.
• The debate devolved into a nonargument with neither side presenting logical points.
• She recognized his emotional outburst as a nonargument and refused to engage.
• The professor explained why the student’s reasoning was a nonargument.
• Their discussion became a nonargument when they started talking past each other.
• The lawyer’s objection was overruled as it was deemed a nonargument by the judge.