tetralemma

/tɛˈtrɛlɛmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A statement or argument that presents four possible cases or conclusions, each of which is equally valid, often used in logic and philosophy to highlight the complexity of a problem.

“The philosopher’s tetralemma presented a difficult challenge for her opponents, as each of the four possibilities seemed equally plausible.”

Synonyms

  • four-fold argument
  • quaternary proposition

Antonyms

  • monolemma
  • single-case argument