Heterologies

/ˌhɛtərəˈlɑdʒiz/ noun

Definition

Plural of heterology; instances of inconsistency in logic, language, or reasoning.

Etymology

From heterology (the study of inconsistencies) plus -ies (plural suffix), referring to multiple examples of logical or linguistic contradictions.

Kelly Says

Philosophers love collecting heterologies—they're like bugs in the software of language that reveal how surprisingly fragile logic actually is!

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