In rebus vagueness posits that vagueness is an inherent property of reality itself, not merely a limitation of our language…
An injective function, or one-to-one function, ensures that each output value corresponds to a unique input value. This fundamental concept…
Ignoratio elenchi, or 'missing the point,' is a logical fallacy where an argument diverts from the original issue to address…
The Grelling paradox explores self-reference in language. It questions whether the word 'heterological' (not describing itself) applies to itself, leading…
Gödel's slingshot argument challenges theories distinguishing facts from true propositions. It questions the coherence of fine-grained semantic distinctions, impacting truth…
Formation rules define the syntax of a formal language, dictating how basic symbols combine to create valid, well-formed formulas. These…
A forced march sorites paradox examines how small, incremental changes, when accumulated, can lead to a significant, contradictory outcome. It…
First-order variables are placeholders for individuals within a specific domain in first-order logic. They are fundamental to expressing general statements…
First-order logic (FOL) is a formal system using quantifiers like 'for all' and 'there exists' to reason about individuals. It's…
The "Fido"-Fido principle in philosophy of language posits that a word's meaning is the object it represents. The meaning of…