Is there a term for the fallacy of "false synonymy", where two different words are treated as if they mean the same thing? "False synonymy" sounds like a good term for it, but Google only turns up 135 hits.
posted by Dr. Send on Jul 29, 2009 - 19 answers

Is there a formal name for the logical fallacy shown by the following statement; "We don't have to worry about lead paint in our homes because we grew up in such homes and turned out fine."? Thanks.
posted by lyam on Jan 18, 2008 - 17 answers

What is the formal Latin name of this rhetorical device? [more inside]
posted by whir on Aug 20, 2007 - 12 answers

Is there a name for the argument or fallacy that states, essentially, that "Everyone is subject to the injustice that I have created-- the fact that you disproportionately bear the burden of this injustice is immaterial."
posted by Kwantsar on Apr 5, 2006 - 13 answers

Can you provide the name and/or good examples of this logical fallacy? [more inside]
posted by weapons-grade pandemonium on Feb 4, 2006 - 15 answers