Words / B1

LOJ-ik/ˈlɒdʒɪk/

Logic is a careful way of thinking that follows reason (usually uncountable). Logical is the adjective. Reason is everyday; a reason is one cause. Mark schemes: the logic is to reward method, not luck.

Meaning

A careful way of thinking that follows rules of reason (usually uncountable).

Examples

• “The logic of the mark scheme is to reward method, not luck.”
• “There is no logic in punishing the whole year for one phone.”

Good to know

Usually uncountable: logic. Adjective: logical. Everyday: reason. Mix-up: logistics (already in the dictionary, C1). Exam method / arguments.

Near in meaning

reason

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