illogical
/i'lɔdʤikəl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Lacking orderly continuity: Not following a clear, logical sequence; characterized by confusion or disconnectedness.
- Lacking in correct logical relation: Contradicting the principles of logic or sound reasoning; not reasonable or rational.
Usage
The adjective "illogical" describes thoughts, arguments, statements, or situations that are not based on or do not follow proper logic. It implies a failure to connect ideas in a reasonable or coherent way. It is often used in formal, academic, or critical contexts to point out flaws in reasoning.
Examples
- Describing an argument or statement:
- His conclusion was completely illogical, as it did not follow from the evidence presented.
- It is illogical to assume that all politicians are dishonest.
- Describing thoughts or a narrative:
- The plot of the movie was entertaining but ultimately illogical.
- After the accident, her memories were scattered and illogical.
Advanced Usage
- "Illogical fear": An irrational fear that has no basis in reason or fact.
- Her illogical fear of butterflies prevented her from enjoying the garden.
- "Illogical conclusion": A deduction or final decision that is not supported by the preceding reasoning.
- The detective reached an illogical conclusion, ignoring the most obvious clue.
Variants and Related Words
- Illogically (adverb): In an illogical manner.
- The report was illogically structured, making it hard to follow.
- Illogicality (noun): The quality or state of being illogical.
- The illogicality of his plan was apparent to everyone.
Synonyms
- Irrational: Not based on logical reasoning or clear thinking.
- Unreasonable: Not guided by or based on good sense.
- Incoherent: Expressed in a confusing or unclear way; lacking logical connection.
- Fallacious: Based on a mistaken belief or unsound argument.
Antonyms
- Logical: Characterized by clear, sound reasoning.
- Rational: Based on or in accordance with reason or logic.
- Coherent: Logical and consistent; forming a unified whole.
- Reasonable: Having sound judgment; fair and sensible.
Idioms and Common Phrases
- "Fly in the face of logic": To be completely illogical or contrary to reason. (This phrase conveys a similar meaning to "illogical" but is more idiomatic.)
- His decision to quit his stable job and travel with no savings flies in the face of logic.
Adjective
- lacking orderly continuity
- a confused set of instructions
- a confused dream about the end of the world
- disconnected fragments of a story
- scattered thoughts
- lacking in correct logical relation