Argumentation Techniques
Enthymeme

Create powerful implicit arguments by leaving one logical premise unstated.

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What it is

A rhetorical syllogism where one premise is deliberately omitted because it's assumed to be obvious or widely accepted. This creates more engaging arguments by letting the audience complete the logical connection themselves, making them feel involved in reaching the conclusion.

Before & after

Before

All successful companies invest in R&D. We want to be successful. Therefore, we should invest in R&D.

After

All successful companies invest in R&D, so we should too.

When you’ll use it

Sales presentations: 'This solution saves time, so it will boost productivity' (unstated: time savings always increase productivity)

Strategic arguments: 'Our competitors are expanding globally, so we must act fast' (unstated: we need to keep pace with competition)

Budget justifications: 'Customer satisfaction dropped, so we need better support tools' (unstated: tools improve service quality)

Pro tip

Let your audience complete the logic. They'll be more convinced by conclusions they help create.

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