What is another word for straw man?
Pronunciation: [stɹˈɔː mˈan] (IPA) 
A "straw man" argument is often used in discussions and debates. It refers to a tactic where someone distorts or misrepresents their opponent's views or arguments in order to make them easier to attack. There are several other terms that can be used to describe this type of tactic, including "red herring," "fallacy of caricature," "twisting the argument," "creating a false premise," and "setting up a fake opponent." All of these terms refer to the same basic concept of misrepresenting an opponent's views or arguments in order to make it easier to attack them. It is important to be aware of these strategies when engaging in debates or discussions to avoid falling into the trap of using them ourselves.
