noncogency

/ˌnɒnkəˈdʒɛnsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or fact of being noncogent; lack of cogency or reasonableness in argument or reasoning.

“The lawyer’s argument was criticized for its noncogency, as it relied too heavily on emotional appeals.”

Synonyms

  • fallacy
  • irrationality

Antonyms

  • cogency
  • reasonableness