Apodictic

/ˌæpɒˈdɪktɪk/ adjective

Definition

Alternative spelling of apodeictic; expressing or characterized by absolute proof or necessary logical truth.

Etymology

From Greek 'apodiktikos,' an alternate transliteration and spelling of 'apodeiktikos,' used in English philosophical texts to indicate absolute logical certainty.

Kelly Says

Whether you spell it 'apodictic' or 'apodeictic,' the word carries the weight of absolute logical proof—it's the kind of truth that can't be argued against because it's necessarily true.

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