Logical Reasoning Vocabulary

5 words in this vocabulary list

else inductive theorem well-defined conclusionist

else

noun definition if has any

adverb in addition; besides

pronoun in addition to the persons or things mentioned; as well

conjunction used to introduce a further and stronger or more surprising point

  • Is there anything else I can assist you with today?
  • Do you want anything else from the store?
  • I don't want to hang out with anyone else tonight.
  • She was lost in her own thoughts, with no room for anyone else.

inductive

adjective relating to or involving induction; characterized by the inference of general laws from particular instances

  • The scientist used inductive reasoning to draw conclusions based on observed patterns.
  • She made an educated guess using inductive reasoning.
  • He connected the dots inductively to figure out the answer.
  • The detective used inductive logic to piece together the clues and solve the case.

theorem

noun a general proposition not self-evident but proved by a chain of reasoning; a truth established by means of accepted truths

  • The theorem states that the sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180 degrees.
  • Hey, did you hear about that math theorem that proves triangles always have angles that add up to 180 degrees?
  • Yo, check out this crazy math theorem that shows how triangle angles always add up to 180 degrees!
  • Just like the theorem of cause and effect, every action has a consequence.

well-defined

adjective clearly and precisely described or outlined

  • The mathematical theorem has a well-defined proof that has been verified by multiple experts.
  • The instructions for assembling the furniture are well-defined, so it should be easy to put together.
  • His goals for the project are well-defined, so he knows exactly what he needs to do.
  • In her well-defined argument, she clearly outlined all the reasons why the policy should be changed.

conclusionist

noun A person who draws conclusions based on evidence or reasoning

  • The conclusionist in the research team was responsible for analyzing all the data and drawing final conclusions.
  • My friend likes to call himself a conclusionist because he always has a strong opinion on everything.
  • I don't trust that conclusionist, he always jumps to conclusions without considering all the facts.
  • She was a conclusionist in matters of the heart, always quick to decide if someone was worth her time or not.