Lesson 5

Question 1

Rules for Defining by genus and difference

Answer 1

1. A definition should state the essential attributes of the term.
2. A definition should not be circular.
3. A definition should not be too broad or too narrow.
4. A definition should not be unclear or figurative.
5. A definition should be stated positively, if possible.
6. A definition should be of the same part of speech as the term.