Logicalsplaining

A form of Digitalsplaining where the perpetrator lectures the target on what is “logical,” often invoking fallacies, rationality, and the demand for “proper” reasoning. The logicalsplainer positions themselves as the arbiter of reason, explaining to the target why their feelings, experiences, or arguments are illogical. Common refrains include “that’s a logical fallacy,” “you need to convince me rationally,” or “you’re not being logical.” The effect is to dismiss any perspective that doesn’t fit the splainer’s narrow view of rationality, while never examining their own emotional investment in appearing logical.

Example: “When she described the impact of harassment on her mental health, he replied with a lecture on the ad hominem fallacy and said she needed to present her case ‘rationally.’ Logicalsplaining: using the language of logic to invalidate human experience.”

Logicalsplaining by Abzugal April 1, 2026