circularity Synonyms
Another word for circularity
• noun (Context 1)
A flaw in logic or reasoning in which an argument assumes the very conclusion it is attempting to prove, or a definition relies on the term being defined.
"The reviewer pointed out the obvious tautology in the author's premise that the policy is fair simply because it is just."
• noun (Context 2)
The quality or state of being shaped like a circle or moving in a continuous cycle.
"The engineer measured the roundness of the newly machined steel pipe to ensure a tight seal."
• noun (Context 3)
An economic and environmental principle in which materials and products are continuously reused, repaired, and recycled rather than discarded as waste.
"Many modern manufacturers are redesigning their packaging to achieve greater sustainability in their supply chains."
Opposites of circularity
The opposite of circularity shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: