What does fallacious mean?
Fallacious means Characterized by fallacy; false or mistaken..
Fallacious
/fəˈleɪ.ʃəs/ · adjective
Meaning
Characterized by fallacy; false or mistaken..
Definitions by Sense
- Characterized by fallacy; false or mistaken.
- Deceptive or misleading.
Example Sentences
There is a widely diffused notion that among all specimens of animal creation man alone possesses any glimmering of reason. This notion is largely fallacious. It is one of those ideas, based upon superficial knowledge, which appeal to the sophisticated modern public.
Synonyms for fallacious
Antonyms for fallacious
Related Words
Word Forms
- more fallacious
- most fallacious
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for fallacious?
Common synonyms include erroneous, incorrect, wrong, deceitful.
What is the opposite of fallacious?
Possible antonyms include accurate, correct, true.
How do you use fallacious in a sentence?
There is a widely diffused notion that among all specimens of animal creation man alone possesses any glimmering of reason. This notion is largely fallacious. It is one of those ideas, based upon superficial knowledge, which appeal to the sophisticated modern public.
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