Logical Fallacies
This fallacy argues that because everyone is doing something or believing something, it must be correct.
Bandwagon Fallacy
These two words are often used to show a contrast between ideas in a sentence, such as "______ it was raining, I still walked to school."
even though
relies on the speaker's credibility, reputation, or expertise.
ethos
He is as quiet as this small rodent.
simile
"Peter piper picked a pepper."
alliteration
Literally translating to "against the man," it involves attacking the person making the argument rather than the argument itself.
Ad Hominem
This transitional phrase is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship, often indicating the result of an action.
as a result
A commercial for a charity featuring sad music and images of hungry animals uses this appeal.
pathos
does not use like or as.
metaphor
"Wow, it is sparkling in here!"
verbal irony
presents only two options or sides when there are actually many more, phrased as "Either you are with us, or you are against us".
False Dilemma
This word indicates a contrast and is often used to show that despite a previous statement.
however
"According to a 2025 study, 95% of commuters saved time using this route".
logos
"The wind whispered through the trees"
personification
occurs when the final outcome of a situation is the exact opposite of what was expected.
situational irony
suggests that a relatively small first step will lead to a chain of events without providing evidence for that chain reaction.
Slippery Slope
These three words are commonly used in sequence to show the order of steps in a process.
First, then, finally
A political candidate who emphasizes their 30 years of public service and military background is employing this appeal.
ethos
"I am so tired I could sleep for this long."
hyperbole
occurs when the reader or viewer knows more about a situation than the characters do.
dramatic irony
occurs when someone misrepresents, exaggerates an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack.
Straw Man
This phrase is used to introduce an example that supports a main idea.
to illistrate
"If we do not act immediately, our children will suffer the consequences".
pathos
5 senses
imagery
The reiteration of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses, lines, or sentences.
repetition