outrageous argument; irrational claim; absurd reasoning
Refers to an argument or opinion that is extreme, unreasonable, or lacking logical basis. Often used critically in debates or media.
彼の提案は暴論だと批判された。
His proposal was criticized as an outrageous argument.
その政治家はよく暴論を展開する。
That politician often makes irrational arguments.
Compound of 暴 (violent, outrageous) and 論 (argument, theory). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the meaning is transparent from its components.