The glossary contains definitions of terms most frequently encountered in the collection and. reporting of Summary Reporting System data. Generally, definitions are derived from Florida. Statutes and/or Florida Rules of Court.
1 A logical fallacy is a false statement that weakens an argument by distorting an issue, drawing false conclusions, misusing evidence, or misusing language ..
Definition: An error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid. A fallacious argument is a defective argument, says Michael F. Goodman, and a fallacy is the defect in the argument itself. .