reduction to the absurd

noun

Synonym of reductio ad absurdum.

Meanings

nounreduction to the absurd (uncountable)
  1. uncountableSynonym of reductio ad absurdum.

    Synonyms: reductio ad absurdum

Synonyms & antonyms

nounSynonym of reductio ad absurdum.

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