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non sequitur

noun

/ˌnɒn ˈsɛkwɪtər/

Meaning

a statement or conclusion that does not logically follow from the previous statement

His comment about the weather was a complete non sequitur during the budget discussion.

illogical statement, fallacy, inconsistency, absurdity

logic, reason, consistency

utter non sequitur, complete non sequitur, classic non sequitur

a utensil with a mesh or perforated bottom, used for straining or sifting

the quality or state of being improbable; unlikely to be true or to happen

the state of being untrue; a lie

conversation or speech characterized by quick, witty comments or replies

A shortened version of a larger work, such as a book or speech.

The practice of taking advantage of opportunities regardless of principles or ethics.