illogically

Thân thiện

She arranged the books on the shelf illogically, mixing sizes and colors.

Definition

Adverb: * In a manner that lacks logical reasoning or sound judgment; not according to the principles of logic. It describes an action or thought process that is contradictory, irrational, or not based on valid inference.

Usage

The adverb "illogically" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed or how a thought process occurs. It indicates that the action or thinking is not reasonable or coherent. * It typically follows the verb it modifies (e.g., "argued illogically"). * It can also be placed at the beginning of a sentence for emphasis (e.g., "Illogically, she refused the help.").

Examples

• Modifying a verb: "He illogically feared the harmless kitten." (He feared it in an irrational way.)
• Following a verb: "The politician's statements were constructed illogically, full of contradictions." (The construction of the statements lacked logic.)
• Sentence-initial for emphasis: "Illogically, the company decided to lower prices while costs were rising." (The decision was contrary to logical business sense.)

Advanced Usage

• "to behave/act/think illogically": This is a common collocation describing irrational behavior or thought patterns, often under stress or due to strong emotion.
  • Example: "Under extreme stress, even the most rational person can begin to think illogically."

Variants and Related Words

• Illogical (adjective): Not logical; contrary to or disregardful of the rules of logic.
  • Example: "It was an illogical conclusion based on the available facts."
• Logic (noun): The science of reasoning, proof, thinking, or inference.
• Logical (adjective): According to or agreeing with the principles of logic.
• Logically (adverb): In a logical manner.

Synonyms

• Irrationally
• Unreasonably
• Incoherently
• Absurdly

Antonyms

• Logically
• Rationally
• Reasonably
• Coherently

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in an illogical manner
   • she acted illogically under the pressure