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specious in Spanish

specious in Spanish is especioso, de pretexto, falso — specious means seemingly well-reasoned, plausible or true, but actually fallacious.

specious in Spanish

especioso
adj
Seemingly well-reasoned, plausible or true, but actually fallacious.
de pretexto
adj
Having an attractive appearance intended to generate a favorable response; deceptively attractive.
falso
adj
Having an attractive appearance intended to generate a favorable response; deceptively attractive.
fingido
adj
Having an attractive appearance intended to generate a favorable response; deceptively attractive.
pretextado
adj
Having an attractive appearance intended to generate a favorable response; deceptively attractive.

What does "specious" mean?

  1. adj Seemingly well-reasoned, plausible or true, but actually fallacious.
  2. adj Employing fallacious but deceptively plausible arguments; deceitful.
  3. adj Having an attractive appearance intended to generate a favorable response; deceptively attractive.
  4. adj Beautiful, pleasing to look at.
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What is "specious" in Spanish?

"specious" in Spanish is especioso, de pretexto, falso. specious means: Seemingly well-reasoned, plausible or true, but actually fallacious.

Are there other ways to say "specious" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 5 translations listed for "specious": especioso, de pretexto, falso, fingido, pretextado.

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