Fallacious
Pronunciation: /fəˈleɪʃəs/
Fallacious (adj)
- Based on reasoning that seems correct but is not, so the conclusion is unreliable.
- Presenting an idea in a way that is deceptive or incorrect, even if it sounds convincing.
Fallacious (adjective)
Examples
- Her argument is fallacious, so the conclusion does not follow.
- The teacher rejected his fallacious reasoning during the discussion.