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Reductio Ad Absurdum.
Reductio Ad Absurdum - as a noun
(reduction to the absurd) a disproof by showing that the consequences of the proposition are absurd; or a proof of a proposition by showing that its negation leads to a contradiction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reductioExample Sentences
"The philosopher used reductio ad absurdum to demonstrate the flaw in the argument."
"In mathematics, reductio ad absurdum is often used to prove theorems."
"The lawyer employed reductio ad absurdum to undermine the witness's testimony."
"The article presented a reductio ad absurdum of the proposed policy."
"The student used reductio ad absurdum in his essay to criticize a counterargument."
