logic
Meaning: Reasoning conducted according to strict principles; sensible thought
Logic is the study of correct reasoning and valid argumentation. It can also refer to a particular system of reasoning, or to the quality of being reasonable or sensible. In computing, logic refers to the underlying programming or circuitry. 'There's no logic in' something means it doesn't make sense.
Examples
- I can't follow the logic of your argument. 我无法理解你论点的逻辑。No puedo seguir la lógica de tu argumento.あなたの議論のロジックについていけません。당신 주장의 논리를 따라갈 수가 없습니다.
- She explained the logic behind the decision. 她解释了这个决定背后的逻辑。Ella explicó la lógica detrás de la decisión.彼女はその決定の背後にあるロジックを説明しました。그녀는 그 결정 뒤에 있는 논리를 설명했습니다.
- There's no logic in spending more money to save less. 花更多的钱来省更少的钱是没有逻辑的。No hay lógica en gastar más dinero para ahorrar menos.より少なく節約するためにより多くのお金を使うことに論理はありません。적게 절약하기 위해 더 많은 돈을 쓰는 것은 논리에 맞지 않습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'logique', from Latin 'logica', from Greek 'logikē' (reasoning, logic), from 'logos' (word, reason, discourse), from 'legein' (to say, speak). Aristotle formalized it as a discipline.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
Story & Trivia
From Greek 'logike' (the art of reasoning), from 'logos' (word, reason). Aristotle's works on logic were so influential that they dominated Western thought for over two thousand years.
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