Logical Fallacy

Ad Hominem

Attacking the person instead of the argument.

Faulty causality

Assuming that because one event follows another, the first event must be the cause of the second.

Either/or

Presenting two options as the only possibilities, when in fact, there may be other alternatives.

Straw man

Misrepresenting someone's argument to make it easier to attack.

Bandwagon

An argument that persuades by appealing to the popularity of an idea, suggesting that if everyone believes it, it must be true.

Sentimental appeal

Manipulating emotions to win an argument, rather than using valid logic or evidence.

Scare tactic

An argument that uses fear to influence decisions or actions, often exaggerating potential dangers to provoke an emotional response.

Appeal to false authority

An argument that relies on the opinion of someone who is not qualified or lacks expertise on the subject, suggesting their endorsement is legitimate despite lacking credible authority.

Straw man

A misrepresentation of an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack or refute, often by exaggerating or distorting their position.