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ad hominem*: Meaning and Definition of
ad ho•mi•nem
Pronunciation: (äd hō'mi-nem" Eng. ad hom'&schwa-n&schwam), [key]
— Latin. Latin.
- appealing to one's prejudices, emotions, or special interests rather than to one's intellect or reason.
- attacking an opponent's character rather than answering his argument.
