Non sequitur

/nˈɒn sˈɛkwɪtʃə/

/nˈɑːn sˈɛkwɪtʃɚ/

Non sequitur

a statement or conclusion that does not follow the previous statement or argument

a literary device in which the answer to a question is not logical, creating an absurd or comic effect

Examples

1. And the combination of unexpected elements in surrealist artworks can seem likewise just as non sequitur.

2. For a second, Lolo is confused by the non sequitur.

3. There are many types of non sequitur fallacy, but across the board, they all contain a conclusion that doesn't follow from the premise.

4. That is a Non Sequitur to the CHINESE and a Red Flag.