Summary on chapter-10,Fallacies(What's a Faulty Argument?)
Word ambiguity uses undefined and vague words in an argument,seeking to gain an advantage by using words that could be interpreted in more than one way.Misleading euphemisms are words that hide meaning by wrapping a less acceptable idea in positive or neutral connotations.The use of euphemisms is fallacious in an argument when the goal is to be evasive,to mislead or to disarm awareness and objections.
Prejudicial language persuades through the use of loaded words that conveya bias while pretending to convey objective information.It appeals to false authority seeks to influence others by citing phony or inappropriate authorities.This false authority may be a person,a tradition or conventional wisdom.However,the appeal to an authentic and appropriate authority is not a fallacy,it can provide excellent support for claims
Friday, April 25, 2008
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