Paralogism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəˈɹaləd͡ʒɪzəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Paralogism is a noun meaning A fallacious argument or illogical conclusion, especially one committed by mistake, or believed by the speaker to be logical.
Meaning
A fallacious argument or illogical conclusion, especially one committed by mistake, or believed by the speaker to be logical.
Example Sentences
Which is a Paralogism not admittible; a fallacy that dwels not in a cloud, and needs not the Sun to scatter it.
Word Forms
- paralogisms
Synonyms for paralogism
Depending on context, synonyms include paralogy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include alogism, antilogic, pseudoargument, pseudologic, illogic, fallacy.
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