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The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy lists common logical fallacies with brief explanations and examples.
About IEoP
The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy's Fallacies page is a reference article about errors in reasoning. It lists 231 named fallacies and gives brief explanations and examples for each. The article also addresses what a fallacy is, how fallacies are classified, historical study from Aristotle onward, pedagogy, and disagreements among researchers. It notes that the term "fallacy" is imprecise, that definitions and taxonomies are debated, and that the list is partial.
Key features
- Lists 231 named fallacies with brief explanations and examples
- Discusses definitions, ambiguity, and competing classifications of fallacy
- Covers formal and informal fallacies, including the slippery slope example
- Outlines historical study from Aristotle through later twentieth-century work
- Explains that charging fallacious reasoning requires justified burden of proof
- Includes sections on pedagogy, controversies, and references for further reading
Best for: Students, educators, and general readers who need a concise reference on common logical fallacies.
Good for
- Provides examples alongside explanations for each listed fallacy
- Discusses historical development and competing classifications
- States that the burden of proof lies with the person charging fallacious reasoning
Watch out for
- The term "fallacy" is described as imprecise
- Researchers disagree about definitions, names, and taxonomy
- The list is labeled partial and lacks names for some common errors
IEoP at a glance
- Website
- iep.utm.edu/fallacy
- Category
- Education & Learning › History & Humanities
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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IEoP FAQ
What is a fallacy?
The page says a fallacy is a kind of error in reasoning.
How many fallacies are in the list?
The list contains 231 names of the most common fallacies.
Is the list exhaustive?
The article presents it as a partial list and notes that some common errors have no specific fallacious name.
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