Syllogism

/ˈsɪl.ə.dʒɪz.əm/ noun

Definition

A form of deductive reasoning consisting of two premises and a conclusion that logically follows from them.

Etymology

From Greek 'syllogismos' meaning 'a reckoning together, conclusion,' from 'syn-' (together) + 'logizesthai' (to reason, count).

Kelly Says

A syllogism is logic's classic recipe: two facts go in, and one conclusion pops out — like 'All cats are animals. Fluffy is a cat. Therefore, Fluffy is an animal.'

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