Ad hominem

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GenRank Score

57.0

A logical fallacy where an argument attacks the character, motive, or other attributes of an opponent instead of addressing the substance of their argument.

Also Known As

Ad hominemAd Hominem (Attacking the Person)Attacking the PersonAd Hominem ("Against the Person")Against the PersonAd hominem (attacking the person)attacking the personThe "Ad Hominem" Circumstantial (The Conflict of Interest Trap)Ad Hominem CircumstantialConflict of Interest Trap

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Logical fallacies people use in every argument that sound smart but are completely wrong Philosophy & Ethics

Score

57.0

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Average Rank

#6.0

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Range

#1–#13

Consistency

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