fallacy
Translation
fallacy, misconception, false belief
Examples
It is a common fallacy that money buys happiness.
It is a common fallacy that money buys happiness.
His argument is based on a logical fallacy.
His argument is based on a logical fallacy.
Grammar Patterns
a ((common/logical)) fallacy a common/logical misconception It is a common fallacy that money buys happiness.
the fallacy ((that...)) the mistaken belief that... The fallacy that the Earth is flat was once common.
Similar Words
Synonyms: misconception, delusion, error; Antonyms: truth, fact
Etymology
From Latin 'fallacia' (deceit), from 'fallere' (to deceive).
Memory Tips
A *fallacy* sounds like 'false' and can make an argument *fall* down.