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Circular reasoning is providing evidence for the validity of an assertion, which assumes the validity of the assertion. General forms include "A is true because A is true" or "A is true because B is true, and B is true because A is true". Often used as a mechanism to prevent an assertion from being challenged or questioned, or to "win" a debate by sending it round and round in circles.
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