fallacy Meaning & Definition
What Does Fallacy Mean?
Fallacy is a noun that means Deceptive or false appearance; that which misleads the eye or the mind. It is also used to mean An argument, or apparent argument, which professes to be decisive of the matter at issue, while in reality it is not; a specious argument.
Word Facts for Fallacy
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈfæl.ə.si// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | false belief |
| Plural | fallacies |
Fallacy Definition (Noun)
- Deceptive or false appearance; that which misleads the eye or the mind.
- An argument, or apparent argument, which professes to be decisive of the matter at issue, while in reality it is not; a specious argument.
Synonyms of Fallacy
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Fallacy in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
fallacy (plural fallacies)
Words That Rhyme With Fallacy
Origin of Fallacy
From Middle English fallaci, fallace, fallas, from Old French fallace (whence -acy), from Latin fallācia (“deception, deceit”), from fallāx (“deceptive, deceitful”), from fallere (“to deceive”).
How to Pronounce Fallacy
The standard pronunciation of fallacy is //ˈfæl.ə.si//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fallacy
What part of speech is fallacy?
Fallacy is a noun.
What is another word for fallacy?
You can replace fallacy with words such as false belief. See the full list of fallacy synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of fallacy?
The plural of fallacy is fallacies.