The definition "'Religion' means an institutionalized belief in fairy tales that undermines our capacity to reason" is an example of:
A) A demonstrative definition.
B) A precising definition.
C) A lexical definition.
D) An operational definition.
E) A persuasive definition.

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This definition employs a negative connotation towards religion and attempts to persuade the listener towards a specific viewpoint. Therefore, it is an example of a persuasive definition.

The Definition "'Religion' Means an Institutionalized Belief in Fairy Tales