What is another word for begging the question?
Pronunciation: [bˈɛɡɪŋ ðə kwˈɛst͡ʃən] (IPA) 
Begging the question is a philosophical term that refers to a logical fallacy in which someone assumes that the premise of an argument is true without providing any evidence. There are several phrases that can be used as synonyms for begging the question, such as circular reasoning, circular logic, petitio principii, or tautology. All of these phrases describe the same idea that an argument lacks evidence and is therefore fallacious. It is important to recognize when an argument begs the question so that one can avoid making the same logical error and ensure that their reasoning is sound.
