Galileo fallacy en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after Galileo Galilei, who was persecuted by the Church for his beliefs.
Meanings
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A fallacy whereby it is implied that one is correct due to being widely criticized or persecuted.
Near-synonym: Galileo gambit
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galileo fallacies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |