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21Logic — For other uses, see Logic (disambiguation). Philosophy …
22Argument — This article is about the subject as it is studied in logic and philosophy. For other uses, see Argument (disambiguation). In philosophy and logic, an argument is an attempt to persuade someone of something, by giving reasons or evidence for… …
23Heresy — • St. Thomas defines heresy: a species of infidelity in men who, having professed the faith of Christ, corrupt its dogmas Catholic Encyclopedia. Kevin Knight. 2006. Heresy Heresy …
24Pragmatism — • As a tendency in philosophy, signifies the insistence on usefulness or practical consequences as a test of truth. Catholic Encyclopedia. Kevin Knight. 2006. Pragmatism Pragmatism …
25The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist — The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist † Catholic Encyclopedia ► The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist In this article we shall consider: ♦ the fact of the Real Presence, which is, indeed, the central dogma; ♦ the …
26Outline of logic — The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to logic: Logic – formal science of using reason, considered a branch of both philosophy and mathematics. Logic investigates and classifies the structure of statements and… …
27force — 1 n 1: a cause of motion, activity, or change intervening force: a force that acts after another s negligent act or omission has occurred and that causes injury to another: intervening cause at cause irresistible force: an unforeseeable event esp …
28cogent — [[t]ko͟ʊʤ(ə)nt[/t]] ADJ GRADED A cogent reason, argument, or example is strong and convincing. [FORMAL] There were perfectly cogent reasons why Julian Cavendish should be told of the Major s impending return. Syn: convincing Derived words:… …
29Invalid — In*val id, a. [Pref. in not + valid: cf. F. invalide, L. invalidus infirm, weak. Cf. {Invalid} infirm.] [1913 Webster] 1. Of no force, weight, or cogency; not valid; weak. [1913 Webster] 2. (Law) Having no force, effect, or efficacy; void; null;… …
30Invalidity — In va*lid i*ty, n. [Cf. F. invalidit[ e], LL. invaliditas lack of health.] [1913 Webster] 1. Lack of validity or cogency; lack of legal force or efficacy; invalidness; as, the invalidity of an agreement or of a will. [1913 Webster] 2. Lack of… …
