inconsequence
- noun
- /ˌɪnˈkɒn.sɪ.kwəns/
- She realized the inconsequence of her reasoning when her conclusion did not follow logically from the premises she provided.
Examples
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The essay was criticized for its inconsequence and frequent logical gaps.
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His argument descended into inconsequence when he ignored the main evidence.
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A hasty conclusion often leads to inconsequence in one’s reasoning.
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His inconsequence in reasoning made the debate confusing.
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There was a clear inconsequence in her logic.
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The judge pointed out the inconsequence in the lawyer's argument, which failed to connect the evidence to the claims made.
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Critics noted the inconsequence in his theory, as it did not adequately address the fundamental questions posed by the original study.
Synonyms
A situation where something does not fit or seem right
Speech or writing that is unclear and hard to follow
A way of thinking that does not follow clear reasons
A state where an argument is not logical and the conclusion does not follow
A wrong idea or reason that is not logical
A lack of clear, organized speech or writing that makes it hard to follow
A way of thinking that does not follow clear reasons
A quality of an idea or argument that has no clear, sensible reasons
Antonyms
How Logical
Surface Forms
Morphology
inconsequence = consequence (semi-transparent) = in + consequence
Formally 'not' + 'consequence' is clear, but the specific logical sense ('does not follow') may not be the first sense learners associate with 'consequence'.
Etymology
Inconsequence comes from in- 'not' plus consequence 'what follows', the same root you see in consecutive, so it means 'not following' and is used for ideas or arguments that are not logical.