Meaning & Definition of Illogical in English
English⟶
Illogical
not making sense or reasoning poorly
Pronunciation:
/ɪˈlɒdʒɪkəl/Part of Speech:
adjectiveDetailed Definitions
Definition: Contrary to or disregardful of the rules of logic; irrational.
Example Sentence: His argument was so illogical that it made no impact.
Definition: Not adhering to clear or sound reasoning.
Example Sentence: Her illogical conclusions baffled the experts.
Etymology
Origin: From the prefix 'il-' meaning 'not' + 'logical', from Greek 'logikos'.
Synonyms
irrationalabsurdunreasonablefallaciousnonsensical
Common Phrases and Expressions
- illogical reasoning: reasoning that fails to follow principles of logic
- illogical conclusion: a conclusion drawn that lacks rational basis
Translations
- Spanish: ilógico
- French: illogique
- German: illogisch
- Russian: иллогичный
Related Words
- logic: the science of reasoning, proof, thinking, or inference.
- rational: based on or in accordance with reason or logic.
Slang Meanings of illogical
Meaning: crazy idea
Example Sentence: That's such an illogical thing to say; are you out of your mind?
Meaning: makes no sense
Example Sentence: Trying to justify that is just illogical, dude!