English Explanatory Dictionary

Galileo fallacy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A fallacy whereby it is implied that one is correct due to being widely criticized or persecuted.

Word forms

Galileo fallacy Galileo fallacies

Etymology

Named after Galileo Galilei, who was persecuted by the Church for his beliefs.

Synonyms

Galileo gambit
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