paralogist

/ˌpærəˈlɒdʒɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who argues or engages in debate, especially using fallacious reasoning or false analogies.

“The paralogist in the debate failed to provide a sound argument, relying on flawed comparisons.”

Synonyms

  • debater
  • rhetorician

Antonyms

  • logician
  • philosopher