How to Pronounce "fallacy"

word

ˈfæɫəsi

FAL-uh-see

fˈæləsi

FAL-uh-see

Definition

A fallacy is a mistaken belief or an error in reasoning, especially one based on an invalid or incorrect argument.

American English

ˈfæɫəsi

British English

fˈæləsi

FAL-uh-see

The idea that more money always brings happiness is a fallacy.

It is a common fallacy that dogs see only in black and white.

Believing everything on the internet is a fallacy.

That's a classic fallacy people use when they can't prove their point.