elench (plural elenchs)
(logic) That part of an argument on which its conclusiveness depends; that which convinces or refutes an antagonist; a refutation.
(obsolete) A specious argument; a sophism.
Source: Wiktionary
E*lench", n.; pl. Elenchs. Etym: [L. elenchus, Gr. elenche.] (Logic) (a) That part of an argument on which its conclusiveness depends; that which convinces of refutes an antagonist; a refutation. (b) A specious but fallacious argument; a sophism.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
23 November 2024
(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”
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