CEFR B1

illogical

adjective

Meaning

Not based on reason or good judgment; contrary to logic.

Examples

His decision to quit his job without another one lined up seemed completely illogical.
The argument presented by the defense was illogical and easily disproven.

Synonyms: unreasonable, irrational, absurd, incoherent

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illogical (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪˈlɒdʒɪkl/

Definition

Not based on reason or good judgment; contrary to logic.

Examples

His decision to quit his job without another one lined up seemed completely illogical.
The argument presented by the defense was illogical and easily disproven.
It's illogical to expect a positive outcome when you haven't put in any effort.

How to Use illogical

illogical of someone to do something (prepositional phrase): Not sensible or reasonable for a person to perform a certain action. — "It was illogical of him to invest all his savings in such a risky venture."

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