Definition

A type of argument that is complex and often lacks clear logic, usually intended to confuse or mislead.

Example

The politician's speech was filled with choplogic, making it hard to understand his true position.

Conversation

Did you hear that debate last night?

Yeah, it was full of choplogic that didn’t make much sense.

I know! It felt like they were just trying to confuse everyone.

Exactly, instead of actually presenting clear arguments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'choplogic' is a blend of 'chop' (from Old English 'ceorfan', meaning to cut) and 'logic' (from Greek 'logikē', meaning reasoning or thought). The term refers to reasoning that is overly complicated or convoluted, often involving unnecessary cuts or divisions in thought processes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cutting' ('chop') through reasoning ('logic') — that's why choplogic describes a complicated way of thinking.

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