Think Clearly, Reason Better

Learn to identify and avoid common logical fallacies that undermine critical thinking and productive discussions.

Why Study Logical Fallacies?

Understanding logical fallacies helps you think more clearly, make better arguments, and recognize when others are using flawed reasoning.

Sharpen Your Mind

Develop critical thinking skills that help you analyze arguments and spot weak reasoning in everyday discussions, media, and decision-making.

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Improve Discussions

Engage in more productive conversations by identifying and avoiding common pitfalls in reasoning that can derail meaningful dialogue.

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Resist Manipulation

Recognize when others use flawed arguments to persuade or manipulate, and make decisions based on sound reasoning rather than rhetoric.

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Fallacy of the Day

Each day we highlight a different logical fallacy to help you recognize and understand common errors in reasoning.

Informal Fallacy

Straw Man

Misrepresenting someone's argument to make it easier to attack by exaggerating, misrepresenting, or just completely fabricating it.

Example:

Person A: We should give more funding to schools. Person B: So you think we should waste money on frivolous programs instead of fixing roads? That's irresponsible!

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Ready to Improve Your Critical Thinking?

Explore our comprehensive library of logical fallacies, complete with definitions, examples, and tips for recognizing and avoiding them in your own reasoning.