antilogy

noun

Meaning

A contradiction or inconsistency between two statements or ideas that are presented as true.

Examples

  • The report was dismissed by scholars because it was riddled with antilogy, claiming both that the economy had crashed and that it was at an all-time high.
  • His argument suffered from a glaring antilogy, as he championed individual freedom while demanding strict government control over personal choices.

Synonyms: conflict, inconsistency, contradiction, paradox, incongruity