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The study of the truths and principles of being, knowledge, or conduct.
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transcendental argument
Philosophy; General philosophy
An argument concerning what is required (or might be required) for a state of affairs or experience. Transcendental arguments are often arguments made involving the necessary ...
invalid
Philosophy; General philosophy
An argument form that can have true premises and a false conclusion at the same time. An example of an invalid argument is the following—“Socrates is either a man or a mortal. ...
valid
Philosophy; General philosophy
An argument is valid when it has a logical form that assures us that true premises guarantee the truth of the conclusion. It is impossible for a valid argument to have true ...
indefeasible
Philosophy; General philosophy
An argument that can't be defeated by additional information. Indefeasible arguments are sufficient reasons to believe a conclusion and no additional information could provide a ...
appeal to authority
Philosophy; General philosophy
An argument that gives evidence for a belief by referencing expert opinion. Appeals to authority are not fallacious as long as it actually appeals to the unanimous opinion of ...
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