logic
8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for logic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Reasoning conducted according to strict, valid principles; the study of what makes an argument sound.
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Etymology
From Old French and Latin logicus, ultimately from Ancient Greek logikós, related to logos ("reason, word").
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What does “logic” mean?
The word “logic” means reasoning conducted according to strict, valid principles; the study of what makes an argument sound. In plain terms, sound step-by-step reasoning — or, in electronics, the circuitry that carries out that kind of yes/no decision-making.
How do you pronounce “logic”?
“Logic” is pronounced LOJ-ihk (/ˈlɑ.d͡ʒɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “logic” in a sentence?
Here is “logic” used in a sentence: “By that logic, we should never take any risks at all.”
What is another word for “logic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “logic” include study and predicate logic.
What part of speech is “logic”?
“Logic” is a noun.
Where does the word “logic” come from?
The word “logic” comes from Ancient Greek. From Old French and Latin logicus, ultimately from Ancient Greek logikós, related to logos ("reason, word").
Is “logic” a common word?
“Logic” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “logic” have?
“Logic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: reasoning conducted according to strict, valid principles; the study of what makes an argument sound.
What is the difference between logic and reason?
Logic is the formal system of valid principles used to test whether an argument is sound, while reason is the broader human ability to think, judge, and draw conclusions. Reason makes use of logic, but it also draws on experience and intuition.
What is the difference between logic and common sense?
Logic follows strict, formal rules where a conclusion must follow from its premises, while common sense is practical judgement based on everyday experience. Something can be logically valid yet defy common sense, and vice versa.
What are common collocations with "logic"?
Common pairings include "sound logic," "flawed logic," "logic gate," "formal logic," and "by that logic." The first two and the last judge reasoning, while "logic gate" belongs to the computing sense.