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illogicality

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/ɪˌlɑːdʒɪˈkæləti/

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/ɪˌlɒdʒɪˈkælɪti/

lack of logic

Etymology
Etymology Information

'illogicality' originates from the Latin word 'illogicus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'logikos' meant 'pertaining to reasoning.'

Historical Evolution

'illogicus' transformed into the French word 'illogique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'illogicality' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not pertaining to reasoning,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lack of logic or sound reasoning.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality or state of being illogical; lack of logic or sound reasoning.

The illogicality of his argument was evident to everyone.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35