illogique
/i.lɔ.ʒik/
illogical
Son raisonnement est complètement illogique.
His reasoning is completely illogical.
formalinformal
Not logical; lacking a valid or coherent argument or structure.
Cette théorie est illogique et ne repose sur aucune preuve.
This theory is illogical and is based on no evidence.
Son comportement était illogique et imprévisible.
His behavior was illogical and unpredictable.
Often used to describe arguments, reasoning, or behavior that defies rational explanation.
Collocations
raisonnement illogiqueillogical reasoningcomportement illogiqueillogical behaviorthéorie illogiqueillogical theory
Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'illogique' to describe something that doesn't make sense or follows no rational pattern.
Word Origin
Derived from the Greek 'logos' (reason) with the prefix 'in-' (not), meaning 'not logical'.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to criticize flawed reasoning or irrational actions.
Word Breakdown
in-
not
prefix-logique
logical
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