Undistributed Middle

C2 16+

Antonyms of undistributed middle

Collocations of undistributed middle

logical fallacy
Frequency: 70 %

The argument was flawed due to the logical fallacy of undistributed middle.

syllogism
Frequency: 60 %

The undistributed middle error in the syllogism made the conclusion invalid.

reasoning error
Frequency: 50 %

The undistributed middle is a common reasoning error that can weaken an argument.

formal logic
Frequency: 45 %

Studying formal logic helps in identifying errors like undistributed middle in arguments.

argument structure
Frequency: 40 %

Understanding the proper argument structure can help avoid undistributed middle mistakes.

Idiomatic Expressions for undistributed middle

  • Phrase: Undistributed middle fallacy
    Meaning: A logical fallacy that occurs when the middle term in a syllogism is not distributed in either the minor or major premise.
    Usage: The argument fell apart when it was pointed out that it was based on an undistributed middle fallacy.