1. A logical argument or syllogism in which one premise or the conclusion is implied rather than explicitly stated.
Usage: Plural form of enthymeme; Formal/academic term used in rhetoric, logic, and philosophy

Examples

• The speaker used enthymemes throughout the debate, leaving the audience to fill in the unstated premises.
• Aristotle studied enthymemes as a key feature of persuasive rhetoric.
• Many political advertisements rely on enthymemes, assuming voters will complete the logical chain.
• The philosopher explained that enthymemes are more common in everyday speech than formal syllogisms.
• By using enthymemes, the writer engaged the reader's critical thinking rather than spelling out every step.