Syllogistic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈsi-lə-ˌji-zəm/ syl·lo·gism

Meaning & Definition of Syllogistic

Syllogistic (noun)

  1. a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
  2. a subtle, specious, or crafty argument
  3. deductive reasoning

Syllogistic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in a priori, a posteriori

    similar: a posteriori, a priori, analytic, coherent, consequent, good, logical, rational, reasonable, sensible, sound, valid, well-founded, well-grounded, cognitive, empirical, defendable, defensible, justifiable, maintainable, supportable, sustainable, tenable
    opposite: illegitimate, illogical, incoherent, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, unreasonable, unsound, weak, casuistic, eristic, fallacious, misleading, sophistic, specious, unarticulated, unscientific, absurd, cockeyed, crazy, daffy, fatuous, half-baked, half-witted, harebrained, insane, loony, mad, nonsensical, nutty, preposterous, simpleminded, stupid, weak-minded, witless, senseless, thoughtless, uncompelling, unconvincing

Related Entry: Syllogism (noun)

Syllogism is a different word from Syllogistic. The synonyms below are for syllogism, not for syllogistic.

  1. a formal argument that is formed by two statements and a conclusion which must be true if the two statements are true

    "An example of a syllogism is: All men are human; all humans are mortal; therefore all men are mortal."

    similar: synthesis, intellection, logic, ratiocination, reason, reasoning, sense, cogency, coherence, logicality, logicalness, rationality, rationalness, convincingness, persuasiveness, analysis, dissection, deduction, induction, argumentation, disputation
    opposite: illogic, incoherence, absurdity, brainlessness, insanity, irrationality, nonsensicalness, preposterousness, senselessness

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Syllogistic

The most common words with a similar meaning to Syllogistic:

a posteriori, a priori, analytic, coherent, consequent, good, logical, rational, reasonable, sensible, sound, valid, well-founded, well-grounded, cognitive, empirical, defendable, defensible, justifiable, maintainable, supportable, sustainable, tenable

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Syllogistic

Words with the opposite meaning of Syllogistic:

illegitimate, illogical, incoherent, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, unreasonable, unsound, weak, casuistic, eristic, fallacious, misleading, sophistic, specious, unarticulated, unscientific, absurd, cockeyed, crazy, daffy, fatuous, half-baked, half-witted, harebrained, insane, loony, mad, nonsensical

Word Forms of Syllogistic

Derived words: syllogistic (adjective), syllogistically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Syllogistic

Middle English silogisme, from Anglo-French sillogisme, from Latin syllogismus, from Greek syllogismos, from syllogizesthai to syllogize, from syn- + logizesthai to calculate, from logos reckoning, word legend

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Syllogistic

What does "Syllogistic" mean?

"Syllogistic" means a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable"). As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable").

What is another word for "Syllogistic"?

Other words for "Syllogistic" include a posteriori, a priori, analytic, coherent, consequent, good, logical and rational. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Syllogistic" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Syllogistic"?

There are 23 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Syllogistic". Common alternatives include a posteriori, a priori, analytic, coherent, consequent, good, logical, rational, reasonable and sensible.

What is the opposite of "Syllogistic"?

Antonyms of "Syllogistic" include illegitimate, illogical, incoherent, inconsequent, inconsequential, invalid, irrational and unreasonable.

Is "Syllogistic" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Syllogistic" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Syllogistic"?

"Syllogistic" is pronounced /ˈsi-lə-ˌji-zəm/ and divided into syllables as syl·lo·gism.

What is the origin of the word "Syllogistic"?

"Syllogistic" comes from Middle English silogisme, from Anglo-French sillogisme, from Latin syllogismus, from Greek syllogismos, from syllogizesthai to syllogize, from syn- + logizesthai to calculate, from logos reckoning, word legend. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Syllogistic" meaning "as in a priori, a posteriori"?

When "Syllogistic" (adjective) means as in a priori, a posteriori, synonyms include a posteriori, a priori, analytic, coherent, consequent and good. Opposites in this sense include illegitimate, illogical, incoherent and inconsequent.