spurious reasoning
[ˈspjʊriəs ˈriːzənɪŋ]
noun phrasepl: spurious reasoning (uncountable)
raciocínio espúrio
1. faulty or invalid logical argumentation that appears convincing but lacks a sound basis; reasoning that is deceptively plausible but fundamentally flawed
The politician's speech relied on spurious reasoning to persuade voters without presenting factual evidence.
O discurso do político baseou-se em raciocínio espúrio para persuadir eleitores sem apresentar evidências factuais.
2. logical fallacies or sophistry intended to mislead or confuse an audience
Her argument against the proposal was full of spurious reasoning and weak analogies.
Seu argumento contra a proposta estava repleto de raciocínio espúrio e analogias fracas.
The concept of spurious reasoning is particularly important in Brazilian and Portuguese academic traditions, where logical debate and philosophical rigor are highly valued. In the USA, the term is commonly used in legal, political, and educational contexts to critique weak arguments. Critical thinking skills and the ability to identify spurious reasoning are emphasized in modern education across both cultures.
NYC Slang
bogus logic / b.s. reasoning
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