Fallacy (Noun)
Meaning
A misconception resulting from incorrect reasoning.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The politician's argument that all immigrants are taking jobs from citizens was based on a fallacy that ignored the complexities of the economy.
- Her conclusion that the new policy would be effective was flawed by a fallacy of assuming that correlation implies causation.
- The fallacy of his reasoning was that he failed to consider alternative explanations for the data.
- The economist pointed out the fallacy in the company's business plan, which relied on unrealistic projections of growth.
- The fallacy of assuming that one size fits all led to a failed marketing strategy that ignored the diversity of customer needs.