Halleffektunum

Halleffektunum is a lesser-known logical fallacy that occurs when an individual assumes a statement is true simply because it is stated. This fallacy relies on the premise that the truth of a statement can be determined by its existence, rather than its verifiable evidence or rational justification. By presenting a statement as though it is self-evidently true, the individual attempting to commit Halleffektunum creates an illusion of validity.

The argument relies on a distorted assumption that the word of the speaker, and the mere utterance of a statement, constitute confirmation of its truth. In essence, this fallacy practically nullifies the need for empirical evidence or rational analysis, making it an example of an intellectually dishonest reasoning strategy.

Despite its common association with persuasion and argumentation, Halleffektunum is deceptive because it is designed to mislead rather than illuminate. This fallacy threatens contributions to critical thinking and relies on giving undue credit to statements presented without corroboration.

Halleffektunum should be distinguished from other types of fallacies, particularly with the error of argumentum ex conceso, which is the fallacy of accepting an argument because it is already accepted. The resulting illogical conclusion can exist in many arguments, making Halleffektunum a complex fallacy to address.