Comparing Logic And Reasoning Metaphor For Arguments

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The word argument entails many emotions, most of which are negative. In western culture the controlling metaphor for argument is war states Rebecca Jones. When dealing with arguments there are two main ways to go about it, logic and reasoning. Logos is a new trendy word that means using logic to prove an argument. Many people of today's society articulate their difference by using logic and reasoning to demonstrate their point.

The Merriam Webster dictionary states logic as a proper or reasonable way of thinking about or understanding something. Jones brought up Aristotle when talking about logic, he was skilled in the area. One had to have skill and practice to correctly convey logic. Aristotle stated "things that are true and things

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