syllogistic
/ˌsɪləˈdʒɪstɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or of the nature of a syllogism; using deductive reasoning in a formal, step-by-step way.
- Her syllogistic approach to problem-solving made her a great mathematician.
- The lawyer's syllogistic reasoning convinced the jury by showing how the evidence led inevitably to one conclusion.
- The professor presented a syllogistic argument that moved from general principles to a specific conclusion.
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