Definitions of specious argument
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an argument that appears good at first view but is really fallacious
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types:
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vicious circle
an argument that assumes that which is to be proved
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straw man, strawman
a weak or sham argument set up to be easily refuted
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special pleading
an argument that ignores all unfavorable evidence
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vicious circle
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