Logic 3.

Question 1

Genus

Answer 1

A term that is more general, broad, or abstract than the original term that includes it

Question 2

Species

Answer 2

A term that is more specific, narrow or concrete than the original term and is included by it.

Question 3

Intension

Answer 3

The sum of all the common attributes denoted by the term.

Question 4

Extension

Answer 4

The sum of all the individual objects described by it.

Question 5

3 Ways to Define

Answer 5

1. Defining by synonym
2. Defining by example
3. Defining by genus & difference

Question 6

6 Rules for Definitions

Answer 6

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