so
phist
ry
1
the use of clever but deceptive arguments intended to mislead
- His argument was pure sophistry, designed to confuse the jury.
- Politicians often rely on sophistry to win debates.
- The article was full of sophistry, making flawed points seem convincing.
- She saw through his sophistry and rejected the proposal.
- The philosopher criticized the sophistry in popular rhetoric.
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