division into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs.
"the polarization of society between rich and poor"
2.
PHYSICS
the action of restricting the vibrations of a transverse wave, especially light, wholly or partially to one direction.
"changes in polarization of light passing through the atmosphere"
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I believe that the most fitting answer for this question would be Polyphemus, the Cyclops. This is important because Polyphemus is disregarding the imporance of hospitality and obeying the gods; he says he does not care. He does not fear the gods' wrath and says that Cyclops are stronger and better, which is a dangerous thing to say, as it could incur the gods' wrath. Hope this helps.
If something is a drawback it is disappointing or a set back.
example: the fact she broke the vase was a drawback
if something is a counterpoint it is an argument
example: I made my claim but he wanted to express his counterpoint