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argumentum ad hominem |
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argumentum ad hominem Latin [ˌɑːgjʊˈmɛntʊm æd ˈhɒmɪˌnɛm] n Logic 1. (Philosophy / Logic) fallacious argument that attacks not an opponent's beliefs but his motives or character 2. (Philosophy / Logic) argument that shows an opponent's statement to be inconsistent with his other beliefs 3. (Philosophy / Logic) an instance of either of these [literally: argument to the person] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The supposition is of course preposterous; and I might answer by the argumentum ad hominem, and ask what should be done if a perfect kangaroo were seen to come out of the womb of a bear? |
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