What is another word for closing argument?
Pronunciation: [klˈə͡ʊzɪŋ ˈɑːɡjuːmənt] (IPA) 
A "closing argument" is a final speech given by an attorney to the judge or jury in a courtroom. This argument is often used to persuade the decision-makers of the case to vote in favor of the attorney's client. Some alternative synonyms of this phrase include "final statement," "concluding argument," "closing statement," and "summing up." Each of these phrases has its own unique connotations, but they all refer to the final remarks made by an attorney in a legal case. No matter what term is used, the ultimate goal of a closing argument is to leave the decision-makers with a strong, lasting impression that leads to a favorable verdict.
