An atomic formula is the most basic building block in formal logic. It's a predicate symbol applied to a sequence…
Asymmetry describes a one-way relationship where if A is related to B, B is not necessarily related back to A.…
Assertion is a fundamental principle in logic, also known as pseudo modus ponens. It states that if A is true…
Aristotle's sea battle thought experiment delves into future contingents, questioning whether statements about the future are true or false now,…
An argument is a structured set of statements designed to persuade an audience or justify a conclusion. It involves presenting…
A priori knowledge is justified independently of experience, relying on reason, logic, and mathematics. It represents truths that are necessary…
An antinomy presents a contradiction between two reasonable beliefs or conclusions, creating a paradox. It highlights the limits of logic…
An antilogism is a syllogism with three premises that lead to a contradiction. It demonstrates the inconsistency of the initial…
The anti-extension of a concept or predicate includes all objects that do not fall under its definition. It's the complement…
The antecedent is the 'if' part of a conditional statement, setting the condition that must be met for the consequent…