Logic
noun
A method of thinking or reasoning in an ordered, clear way.
By using logic, we can solve most problems more effectively.
Often appears as...
- apply logic
- defy logic
noun
The part of philosophy that looks at the structure of statements or arguments.
He's studying logic as one of his philosophy modules.
Often appears as...
- study logic
- logic argument
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Academic
noun
The underlying principles that control the operation of a computer and its calculations.
The logic of the program ensures it processes tasks in the correct order.
Often appears as...
- computer logic
- logic error
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Technical
noun
A form of electronic music.
His latest track is a blend of logic and classical music elements.
Often appears as...
- logic beat
- logic mix
noun
A method of thinking or reasoning in an ordered, clear way.
By using logic, we can solve most problems more effectively.
Often appears as...
- apply logic
- defy logic
noun
The part of philosophy that looks at the structure of statements or arguments.
He's studying logic as one of his philosophy modules.
Often appears as...
- study logic
- logic argument
Usage tips
Academic
noun
The underlying principles that control the operation of a computer and its calculations.
The logic of the program ensures it processes tasks in the correct order.
Often appears as...
- computer logic
- logic error
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A form of electronic music.
His latest track is a blend of logic and classical music elements.
Often appears as...
- logic beat
- logic mix
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Problem Solving
Logic helps evaluate situations to make sound decisions or solve puzzles.
She used logic to figure out the puzzle.
Pro Tip 2/3Misconceptions
Logic does not always lead to the same conclusion; different perspectives can alter outcomes.
Despite using logic, they reached different conclusions.
Pro Tip 3/3Clear Communication
Using logic in arguments makes your point clearer and more persuasive.
Her logical explanation was convincing.
Pro Tip 1/3Problem Solving
Logic helps evaluate situations to make sound decisions or solve puzzles.
She used logic to figure out the puzzle.
Pro Tip 2/3Misconceptions
Logic does not always lead to the same conclusion; different perspectives can alter outcomes.
Despite using logic, they reached different conclusions.
Pro Tip 3/3Clear Communication
Using logic in arguments makes your point clearer and more persuasive.
Her logical explanation was convincing.
Pro Tip 1/3Problem Solving
Logic helps evaluate situations to make sound decisions or solve puzzles.
She used logic to figure out the puzzle.
Pro Tip 2/3Misconceptions
Logic does not always lead to the same conclusion; different perspectives can alter outcomes.
Despite using logic, they reached different conclusions.
Pro Tip 3/3Clear Communication
Using logic in arguments makes your point clearer and more persuasive.
Her logical explanation was convincing.
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Do Komodo Dragons Eat...
I suppose the logic is that only the strongest dragons survive. So, yeah, Komodo dragons eat their babies. Why do Komodo dragons hug? Erm because they're very affectionate, they're very lovely. It's quite lovely of somebody to think that they might be hugging, but they're doing quite the opposite. They're actually fighting.
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Eduardo Sáenz de...
this question makes no sense, because mathematics have a meaning all their own -- a beautiful edifice with its own logic -- and that there's no point in constantly searching for all possible applications. What's the use of poetry? What's the use of love? What's the use of life itself? What kind of question is that?
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Economics of climate...
question to you though I think a lot of people don't think there's a lot of logic to what you just said but you're an economist if carbon is a long term cost to the world what we don't I a lot of people don't understand why even get behind a carbon tax that was revenue neutral that scent that scent that
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What makes something...
It's not the absurdity of bureaucracy alone, but the irony of the character's circular reasoning in reaction to it that is emblematic of Kafka's writing. His tragicomic stories act as a form of mythology for the modern industrial age, employing dream logic to explore the relationships
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The left brain vs. right...
that the left side controls logic and the right, creativity. And yet, this is a myth unsupported by scientific evidence. So how did this misleading idea come about, and what does it get wrong? It's true that the brain has a right and a left side.
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Can you solve...
Probably not. There's no evidence he did, and some of the brands mentioned are too recent. But the logic here is not so different from what you'd use to solve equations with multiple variables, even those describing the nature of the universe.
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Why do we dream? - Amy...
may be a contributing factor to their illnesses. We dream to solve problems. Unconstrained by reality and the rules of conventional logic, in your dreams, your mind can create limitless scenarios to help you grasp problems
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How to use rhetoric to...
And finally, you can demonstrate disinterest, or that you're not motivated by personal gain. Logos is the use of logic and reason. This method can employ rhetorical devices such as analogies, examples,
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Small House Seems Large...
the area small if the area has a high ceiling and we use this logic in various ways you don't not be in photoscape tree Yamashita raised and lowered ceiling heights throughout the house depending
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Can you solve the...
When night falls, you and the others escape through hallway thirteen and rejoin Zara outside. You've freed yourselves through math and logic. Now it's time to free the rest of the world.
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Do Komodo Dragons Eat...
I suppose the logic is that only the strongest dragons survive. So, yeah, Komodo dragons eat their babies. Why do Komodo dragons hug? Erm because they're very affectionate, they're very lovely. It's quite lovely of somebody to think that they might be hugging, but they're doing quite the opposite. They're actually fighting.
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Eduardo Sáenz de...
this question makes no sense, because mathematics have a meaning all their own -- a beautiful edifice with its own logic -- and that there's no point in constantly searching for all possible applications. What's the use of poetry? What's the use of love? What's the use of life itself? What kind of question is that?
Video examples
Economics of climate...
question to you though I think a lot of people don't think there's a lot of logic to what you just said but you're an economist if carbon is a long term cost to the world what we don't I a lot of people don't understand why even get behind a carbon tax that was revenue neutral that scent that scent that
Video examples
What makes something...
It's not the absurdity of bureaucracy alone, but the irony of the character's circular reasoning in reaction to it that is emblematic of Kafka's writing. His tragicomic stories act as a form of mythology for the modern industrial age, employing dream logic to explore the relationships
Video examples
The left brain vs. right...
that the left side controls logic and the right, creativity. And yet, this is a myth unsupported by scientific evidence. So how did this misleading idea come about, and what does it get wrong? It's true that the brain has a right and a left side.
Video examples
Can you solve...
Probably not. There's no evidence he did, and some of the brands mentioned are too recent. But the logic here is not so different from what you'd use to solve equations with multiple variables, even those describing the nature of the universe.
Video examples
Why do we dream? - Amy...
may be a contributing factor to their illnesses. We dream to solve problems. Unconstrained by reality and the rules of conventional logic, in your dreams, your mind can create limitless scenarios to help you grasp problems
Video examples
How to use rhetoric to...
And finally, you can demonstrate disinterest, or that you're not motivated by personal gain. Logos is the use of logic and reason. This method can employ rhetorical devices such as analogies, examples,
Video examples
Small House Seems Large...
the area small if the area has a high ceiling and we use this logic in various ways you don't not be in photoscape tree Yamashita raised and lowered ceiling heights throughout the house depending
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Can you solve the...
When night falls, you and the others escape through hallway thirteen and rejoin Zara outside. You've freed yourselves through math and logic. Now it's time to free the rest of the world.
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Garry Kasparov
Celebrity
Chess helps you to concentrate, improve your logic. It teaches you to play by the rules and take responsibility for your actions, how to problem solve in an uncertain environment.
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Thomas Sowell
American Economist
In liberal logic, if life is unfair then the answer is to turn more tax money over to politicians, to spend in ways that will increase their chances of getting reelected.
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Kazuo Ishiguro
Japanese Author
Many of our deepest motives come, not from an adult logic of how things work in the world, but out of something that is frozen from childhood.
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Jean Piaget
Swiss Psychologist
This means that no single logic is strong enough to support the total construction of human knowledge.
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Ludwig Quidde
German Critic
In life, particularly in public life, psychology is more powerful than logic.
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Sean Scully
American Artist
That's the job of art: to undo the logic of the world.
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Leonard Nimoy
American Actor
Logic is the beginning of wisdom, not the end.
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Emily Watson
English Actress
You have to play the logic of a character.
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Peter Abelard
French Philosopher
Logic has made me hated in the world.
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Herb Caen
American Journalist
Logic is no answer to passion.
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Garry Kasparov
Celebrity
Chess helps you to concentrate, improve your logic. It teaches you to play by the rules and take responsibility for your actions, how to problem solve in an uncertain environment.
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Thomas Sowell
American Economist
In liberal logic, if life is unfair then the answer is to turn more tax money over to politicians, to spend in ways that will increase their chances of getting reelected.
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Kazuo Ishiguro
Japanese Author
Many of our deepest motives come, not from an adult logic of how things work in the world, but out of something that is frozen from childhood.
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Jean Piaget
Swiss Psychologist
This means that no single logic is strong enough to support the total construction of human knowledge.
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Ludwig Quidde
German Critic
In life, particularly in public life, psychology is more powerful than logic.
Quote examples
Sean Scully
American Artist
That's the job of art: to undo the logic of the world.
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Leonard Nimoy
American Actor
Logic is the beginning of wisdom, not the end.
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Emily Watson
English Actress
You have to play the logic of a character.
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Peter Abelard
French Philosopher
Logic has made me hated in the world.
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Herb Caen
American Journalist
Logic is no answer to passion.
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