antilogism: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Extremely rareHighly technical (Logic, Philosophy)
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What does “antilogism” mean?
A logical syllogism where the premises are inconsistent, leading to a contradiction.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A logical syllogism where the premises are inconsistent, leading to a contradiction.
A form of argument, particularly in Aristotelian logic, where the three propositions (two premises and a conclusion) cannot all be true simultaneously; a triad of inconsistent statements.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or spelling. Usage is confined to academic philosophical circles in both regions.
Connotations
Purely formal and technical, with no cultural or regional connotations.
Frequency
Equally rare and specialised in both British and American English.
Grammar
How to Use “antilogism” in a Sentence
[Subject] contains/constitutes an antilogism.The argument is revealed as an antilogism.Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “antilogism” in a Sentence
verb
British English
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adverb
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adjective
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually never used.
Academic
Used exclusively in advanced philosophy, logic, or history of science texts discussing syllogistic reasoning.
Everyday
Not used.
Technical
Core term in specific technical discourse on formal logic.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “antilogism”
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Vocabulary
Antonyms of “antilogism”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “antilogism”
- Using it as a fancy synonym for 'contradiction' in general speech.
- Misspelling as 'antilogarithm' (a mathematical term).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is an extremely rare and specialised term used almost exclusively in academic philosophical logic.
A paradox often appears contradictory but may reveal a deeper truth. An antilogism is a formal logical fault where propositions are genuinely incompatible within a syllogistic structure.
It would be highly unusual and likely confuse listeners, as it belongs to a very technical register.
The term is associated with the 19th-century logician Christine Ladd-Franklin, who developed it in her analysis of syllogistic logic.
A logical syllogism where the premises are inconsistent, leading to a contradiction.
Antilogism is usually highly technical (logic, philosophy) in register.
Antilogism: in British English it is pronounced /ænˈtɪləˌdʒɪzəm/, and in American English it is pronounced /ænˈtɪləˌdʒɪzəm/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
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Idioms & Phrases
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Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think ANTI-LOGIC-ism: it's against (anti) sound logic (logism).
Conceptual Metaphor
LOGICAL STRUCTURE AS A BUILDING (an antilogism is a structurally unsound building that collapses under its own weight).
Practice
Quiz
What is an 'antilogism'?