logos

/ˈlɒɡɒs/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: logoi

Meaning · English

A form of rhetoric in which the writer or speaker uses logical argument as the main form of persuasion.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “logos” mean?

A form of rhetoric in which the writer or speaker uses logical argument as the main form of persuasion.

Is “logos” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.