syllogism n deductive reasoning in which a conclusion is derived from two premises Usage(s) In a convenient syllogism, Aiken believes that since everyday people chose him as their hero, those at RCA who don't like him or his music are biased against everyday people. Somehow, the syllogism does not quite scan. Here's another 's' word: syllogism.
News & Articles syllogism Come to Her Voice: Uncle Ruthie Buell's Persisent, Pitch-Perfect, Purposeful and Passionate Provocation A funny syllogism instructs that the more of a challenge to the status quo you are, the more people have to think or puzzle, which is often a challenge for them. The more people have to think, th... Aug. 11, 2013 - OC Weekly