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Logic

/ˈlɒdʒɪk/

A method of human thought that involves thinking in a linear, step-by-step manner about how a problem can be solved. Logic is the basis of many principles including the scientific method.

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📖 Definitions of "Logic"

noun

1
A method of human thought that involves thinking in a linear, step-by-step manner about how a problem can be solved. Logic is the basis of many principles including the scientific method.
2
The study of the principles and criteria of valid inference and demonstration.
3
The mathematical study of relationships between rigorously defined concepts and of mathematical proof of statements.
4
A formal or informal language together with a deductive system or a model-theoretic semantics.

verb

1
To engage in excessive or inappropriate application of logic.
2
To apply logical reasoning to.
3
To overcome by logical argument.

adjective

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Logical

🔄 Synonyms of "Logic"

2 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
logical systemnoun	(logic) A formal system.
system of logicnoun	a system of reasoning

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Logic"

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Word	Definition
logical systemnoun	(logic) A formal system.
system of logicnoun	a system of reasoning
logical	Reasonable.
reasoningnoun	(uncountable) The deduction of inferences or interpretations from premises, abstract thought, ratiocination; (countable) any instance of this, especially as a process leading to an action, motive.
rationalenoun	An explanation of the basis or fundamental reasons for something.
rationalitynoun	The quality or state of being rational; due exercise of reason; reasonableness.
reasonnoun	(uncountable) Rational thinking (or the capacity for it); the cognitive faculties, collectively, of conception, judgment, deduction and intuition.
mentalitynoun	A mindset; a way of thinking; a set of beliefs.
mindsetnoun	A way of thinking; an attitude or opinion, especially a habitual one.
principlenoun	A fundamental assumption or guiding belief.
argumentnoun	(countable, also figuratively) A fact or statement used to support a proposition; a reason.
premisenoun	A proposition antecedently supposed or proved; something previously stated or assumed as the basis of further argument; a condition; a supposition.
mindnoun	The capability for rational thought.
reasonabilitynoun	The state or quality of being reasonable; reasonableness.
coherencenoun	The quality of forming a unified whole.
consistencynoun	Reliability or uniformity; the quality of being consistent.
ideanoun	More generally, any result of mental activity; a thought, a notion; a way of thinking.
reasonablenessnoun	(uncountable) The state or characteristic of being reasonable.
thinkingnoun	Thought; verbal noun of think.
tokennoun	Something serving as an expression of something else.