Appeal to Flattery
Definition: Uses compliments or praise to gain support or acceptance of an argument.
Example: You're so smart — surely you agree with me.
Tip: Watch for praise used to sway logic.
An Encyclopedia of Errors in Reasoning
Definition: Uses compliments or praise to gain support or acceptance of an argument.
Example: You're so smart — surely you agree with me.
Tip: Watch for praise used to sway logic.