Episyllogism

/ɛpɪˈsɪlədʒɪzəm/ noun

Definition

A form of logical reasoning where the conclusion of one syllogism becomes the premise of another syllogism.

Etymology

From Greek 'epi-' (upon) + 'syllogism' (a form of logical argument), describing reasoning that builds upon or extends basic logical arguments.

Kelly Says

This is a philosopher's favorite trick—if all A is B, and all B is C, therefore all A is C; then you build another argument on top of that conclusion. It's logic stacking!

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