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Noun fallacy has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebFallacyDefinition:A fallacy refers to a deceptive or misleading belief or argument that is logically unsound or illogical. Senses:Sense 1 - Logical Fallacy:In logic, a fallacy is an error in reasoning that makes an argument or statement invalid or unsound. Logical fallacies can be used intentionally to deceive or unintentionally due to faulty reasoning. Example sentence: The politician's argument was built upon a false cause fallacy, leading many to question the validity of his claims. Sense 2 - Informal Fallacy:An informal fallacy refers to errors in reasoning that occur outside of formal logic but still result in flawed arguments. Informal fallacies commonly occur in everyday conversations or written communication. Example sentence: Sarah's belief that all lawyers are dishonest is an example of the fallacy of hasty generalization. Sense 3 - Popular Fallacy:A popular fallacy refers to a belief or concept that is widely accepted by the general public but is actually based on false or unfounded reasoning. Example sentence: The common fallacy that cracking your knuckles leads to arthritis has been debunked by numerous scientific studies. Related Products: | ||||||
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