debate tactics

Alternative Question

An alternative question, also known as a loaded question, is a logical fallacy that presupposes a truth that has not…

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Tu Quoque Fallacy

The 'tu quoque' fallacy, meaning 'you too,' deflects criticism by accusing the accuser of hypocrisy. It avoids addressing the argument…

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Straw Man Fallacy

A straw man fallacy misrepresents an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack. This informal fallacy distorts the original…

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Reductio Ad Absurdum: Arguing to Absurdity

Reductio ad absurdum is a logical argument proving a statement false by showing it leads to a contradiction or an…

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Red Herring Fallacy

A red herring is an informal fallacy or rhetorical strategy used to divert attention from the main issue. It introduces…

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Ignoratio Elenchi: The Fallacy of Missing the Point

Ignoratio elenchi, or 'missing the point,' is a logical fallacy where an argument diverts from the original issue to address…

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