English Explanatory Dictionary

appeal to motive

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of an ad hominem attack consisting of questioning someone's motives to dismiss their claim.

Word forms

appeal to motive appeals to motive

Related words

conflict of interest
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