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unfounded logic

[ʌnˈfaʊndɪd ˈlɒdʒɪk]
noun phrasepl: unfounded logics
lógica infundada
1. reasoning or argumentation that lacks a solid basis in fact, evidence, or valid principles; faulty reasoning without proper foundation
His argument was based on unfounded logic that ignored statistical evidence.
Seu argumento foi baseado em lógica infundada que ignorava evidências estatísticas.
2. a chain of reasoning that appears logical on the surface but is built on false or unproven premises
The theory relied on unfounded logic and was quickly discredited by the scientific community.
A teoria se baseava em lógica infundada e foi rapidamente descreditada pela comunidade científica.
NYC Slang
that don't make no sense; weak logic
Synonyms
flawed reasoningfaulty logicbaseless argumentunsupported reasoningillogical thinking
Antonyms
sound logicvalid reasoningwell-founded logicrational thinkingsubstantiated argument

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
lógica infundada
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
raciocínio infundado
Alternative phrase commonly used
Portugal
lógica sem fundamento
Preferred phrasing in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

built on sand
castles in the air
a house of cards
spinning wheels
barking up the wrong tree
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