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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Major Premise.
Major Premise - as a noun
The premise of a syllogism that contains the major term (which is the predicate of the conclusion)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
major premissExample Sentences
"The major premise of the argument is that all men are mortal."
"In order to prove their point, the debaters relied on a major premise."
"The major premise of the theory is that energy cannot be created or destroyed."
"One of the major premises of the scientific method is the principle of falsifiability."
"The philosopher presented a major premise to support his argument."
