fallacy
/ˈfæləsi/
fallacy
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- 1.
A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments.
"The belief that the Earth was flat was a common fallacy."
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That argument is based on a fallacy.
That argument is based on a fallacy.
It's a common fallacy to think that more money always brings happiness.
It's a common fallacy to think that more money always brings happiness.
The research paper aims to debunk the fallacy of a single learning style.
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How do you pronounce fallacy?
fallacy is pronounced [/ˈfæləsi/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does fallacy mean?
fallacy means "fallacy". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is fallacy?
fallacy is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "That argument is based on a fallacy." — used to mean "fallacy".
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