What is another word for strawman?
Pronunciation: [stɹˈɔːmən] (IPA) 
The term "strawman" refers to an argument or position that is intentionally misrepresented in order to make it easier to attack. Synonyms for strawman include red herring, false premise, and misrepresentation. A red herring is a distraction from the main issue, diverting attention to an irrelevant topic. A false premise is a statement that is untrue or unproven and used as the foundation for an argument. Misrepresentation involves twisting or distorting the facts to present a different interpretation than the original intent. It's important to understand these tactics in order to identify when they are being used and to avoid being persuaded by false or misleading arguments.
