CEFR C1

alogical

adjective

Meaning

Not based on logical reasoning or sound judgment; unreasonable or irrational. Alogical thinking often involves making decisions or drawing conclusions without considering all the relevant facts or evidence.

Examples

The company's alogical decision to invest in the failing project ultimately led to their financial downfall.
The alogical nature of the argument made it difficult to take seriously.

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alogical (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌæləˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

Definition

Examples

The company's alogical decision to invest in the failing project ultimately led to their financial downfall.
The alogical nature of the argument made it difficult to take seriously.

How to Use alogical

alogical thinking (noun phrase): thinking that is not based on logical reasoning — "The psychologist studied the alogical thinking patterns of individuals with certain mental health conditions."
alogical reasoning (noun phrase): reasoning that is not based on logical principles — "The philosopher argued that alogical reasoning is often used in moral and ethical debates."

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