Guides

Ad Hominem Fallacy: Types and Examples

The ad hominem fallacy attacks the person making an argument instead of the argument. Learn its main types, see examples, and find out when it isn't a fallacy.

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List of Logical Fallacies, With Examples

A list of 19 common logical fallacies, from ad hominem to straw man, each with a plain definition, an everyday example, and tips on responding to them.

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Straw Man Fallacy: Definition and Examples

The straw man fallacy is distorting someone's argument into a weaker version and attacking that instead. See examples, related tactics, and how to respond.

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