Illogically: meaning, definitions and examples

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illogically

 

[ ɪˈlɒdʒɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

incoherently

In a manner lacking sense or clear, sound reasoning; without logical connection or consistency.

Synonyms

absurdly, irrationally, unreasonably

Examples of usage

  • She was speaking illogically, jumping from one topic to another without any logical sequence.
  • The decisions made by the committee seemed illogically based on personal opinions rather than facts.
Context #2 | Adverb

inconsistently

In a way that does not follow the principles of logic; not in a logical or reasonable way.

Synonyms

senselessly, unjustifiably, unjustified

Examples of usage

  • His arguments were illogically structured and failed to convince the audience.
  • The plot of the movie unfolded illogically, leaving the viewers confused.

Translations

Translations of the word "illogically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ilogicamente

🇮🇳 अतार्किक रूप से

🇩🇪 unlogisch

🇮🇩 secara tidak logis

🇺🇦 нелогічно

🇵🇱 nielogicznie

🇯🇵 非論理的に (ひろんりてきに)

🇫🇷 illogiquement

🇪🇸 ilógicamente

🇹🇷 mantıksızca

🇰🇷 비논리적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل غير منطقي

🇨🇿 nelogicky

🇸🇰 nelogicky

🇨🇳 不合逻辑地 (bù hé luóji de)

🇸🇮 nelogično

🇮🇸 óskynsamlega

🇰🇿 логикаға сыймайтын

🇬🇪 არალოგიკურად

🇦🇿 məntiqsiz

🇲🇽 ilógicamente

Etymology

The word 'illogically' is derived from the adjective 'illogical,' which originates from the combination of the prefix 'il-' meaning 'not' and the word 'logical' meaning 'in accordance with logic.' The term has been used in the English language to describe actions, thoughts, or arguments that lack logical reasoning or coherence.

See also: illogical, illogicality, logical, logicality, logically.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,042, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.