Definition

Not based on reason or logic; lacking logical reasoning.

Example

His argument was nonlogical and hard to follow.

Conversation

I just don’t understand why he did that; it seems so nonlogical to me.

Right? It's like he didn't think it through at all.

Exactly! Sometimes people make nonlogical decisions without realizing it.

I know, and it can really affect everyone around them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonlogical → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "logical" (from Greek "logikos", meaning pertaining to reason or logic). The word "nonlogical" means not pertaining to reason or logic, indicating something that lacks logical coherence.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'logical' relating to 'reason'. This helps you remember that 'nonlogical' describes something that is not based on reason.

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