dictionary.pt

antilogism

nounmasculinetécnico/ɐ̃tiluˈʒiʒmu/rare

an·ti·lo·gis·mo

Definition

In logic, an argument or reasoning that contains an internal contradiction or is fallacious.
The philosopher identified an antilogism in his opponent's argument.
The antilogism reveals the inconsistency of the premise.
Common collocations
identify an antilogismlogical antilogism

Etymology

Do grego 'antilogismos', de 'anti-' (contra) + 'logismos' (cálculo, raciocínio).

Related words