ScienceAugust 15, 2026
syllogism
SIL-uh-jiz-um
Definition
A form of logical reasoning consisting of a major premise, a minor premise, and a conclusion drawn from them.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'syllogismos', meaning 'inference' or 'conclusion,' which combines 'syn-' (together) and 'logizesthai' (to reason).
In the news
The author uses this term to describe the overly confident and authoritative way the video host presents contradictory arguments about human evolution, as if they were logically airtight proofs.
Study of Biological Origins Is Entering a Surreal Stage
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