fallacious
Adjective
Hard difficulty
What does “fallacious” mean?
adjective.based on a mistaken belief.
SAT Usage
this term is often found in passages discussing logical reasoning, debates, or philosophical arguments. It emphasizes the presence of errors in reasoning or assumptions, highlighting the need for critical thinking, and differs from "misleading," which may not necessarily imply a systematic error in logic.
Common Confusions
Fallacious implies a systematic error in reasoning or logic, while misleading usually suggests an intentional or unintentional distortion of the truth without necessarily indicating flawed reasoning.
Do not choose fallacious if the context emphasizes truth or accuracy rather than being based on a mistaken belief.
Example Sentences
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The argument was fallacious and collapsed under scrutiny.