fallacious

adjective
/fəˈleɪ.ʃəs/

Meaning

based on a mistaken belief; logically unsound
Based on false reasoning or misleading arguments.

Example Sentences

His argument was based on fallacious reasoning.

His argument was based on fallacious reasoning.

Synonyms

misleading, false, erroneous, deceptive
Entry 1
misleading, false, erroneous, deceptive
Entry 2
false, misleading, deceptive

Antonyms

truthful, valid, sound, logical
Entry 1
truthful, valid, sound
Entry 2
logical, truthful, valid

Collocations

fallacious argument, fallacious belief, fallacious reasoning

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