antilogical

Antilogical refers to something that is the opposite of logical. It describes statements, arguments, or concepts that defy rational thought, reason, or established principles of logic. An antilogical proposition is one that contradicts itself or leads to a contradiction when examined.

The term can be used in various contexts. In philosophy, it might describe paradoxes or absurdities that challenge our understanding of reality. For instance, statements that are self-referentially false, like "this statement is false," can be considered antilogical as they create an irresolvable logical loop. In everyday language, "antilogical" might describe behavior or reasoning that seems completely irrational or nonsensical to an observer. It implies a lack of coherence and an inability to follow a predictable or understandable pattern.

The concept of antilogical is distinct from simply being incorrect or mistaken. While an incorrect statement can be corrected through logical reasoning, an antilogical statement or situation is fundamentally resistant to such correction because it operates outside the bounds of logic itself. It highlights the boundaries of rational inquiry and can serve as a point of departure for exploring different modes of understanding or questioning the very foundations of logic.