Middle

fallacy

/ˈfæləsi/

fal · la · cy ˈfæl · ə · si

English Definition

n. false idea, mistaken belief

中文释义

谬论，错误推理

Significado en Español

falacia

한국어 뜻

오류, 그릇된 생각

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

ngụy biện, sai lầm

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fall(wrong)+acy(noun)

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “fallacy” in the following sentence: “The argument was based on a common fallacy, leading many to question its validity.”

A Insight
B Delusion
C Assumption
D Fact

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B — Delusion. “fallacy” means n. false idea, mistaken belief

Common questions about “fallacy”

What does “fallacy” mean?

fallacy — n. false idea, mistaken belief. In Chinese: 谬论，错误推理.

How do you pronounce “fallacy”?

fallacy is pronounced /ˈfæləsi/. It breaks into 3 syllables: fal · la · cy.

Is “fallacy” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. fallacy appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “fallacy”?

fall(wrong)+acy(noun)

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fallacy

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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