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Noun post hoc has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebPost hocDefinition:The term "post hoc" refers to the logical fallacy of assuming that because one event follows another, the first event must have caused the second event. In other words, it is the mistaken belief that correlation implies causation. Parts of speech:
Senses and Usages:Sense 1 - Noun:Refers to a logical fallacy where a conclusion is drawn based solely on the chronological order of events, without considering other possible factors or evidence. Example sentence: The post hoc fallacy occurred when the team won the match, and I wrongly attributed their victory to a specific pre-game ritual. Related products on Amazon: Books on Fallacies in LogicSense 2 - Adjective:Describes something that happens after another event or situation. Example sentence: The post hoc analysis showed that the increase in temperature was a direct result of the heatwave. Related products on Amazon: Books on Post Hoc AnalysisSense 3 - Adverb:Describes an action or assertion that is made after an event or situation. Example sentence: She justified her decision post hoc by referring to data that was not available during the decision-making process. Related products on Amazon: Books on Post Hoc Justification | ||||
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