Ipse dixit
| Literal meaning | He himself said it |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | IP-say DIK-sit |
A bare statement that rests only on the speaker's word, with no proof.
Example
A party says a partition took place orally, but gives no proof. The bare statement is an ipse dixit.
Exam tip
Used to attack unproved claims.
Memory trick
Said by himself, nothing more.
Key takeaway
An ipse dixit is an unsupported assertion.
© 2026 NyayaSaral