Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

falácia

Noun

fah-LAH-see-ah

Definition

A fallacy; a mistaken belief or idea based on unsound reasoning.

Examples

The argument that all bats are blind is a common falácia.
During the debate, several falácias were identified in the opposing team’s claims.
Understanding different types of falácias can improve critical thinking skills.

Meaning

Falácia refers to an error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid. Often, it represents deceptive or misleading arguments that seem valid at first glance but fail under scrutiny.