Association Fallacy
Assuming the qualities or traits of a subject because of its associations.
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Assuming the qualities or traits of a subject because of its associations.
Dismissing someone’s argument because it is presented with strong emotion.
Directing an argument or conclusion against a person’s character instead of their idea or arguments.
Dismissing a valid solution because it does not solve 100% of existing problems.
Examples are dismissed as not truly part of the original referenced group.