sofisma — meaning in English

English meaning

• sophism noun The ancient group of Sophists, along with their beliefs and way of teaching philosophy and public speaking.
• sophistry noun The behaviour or arguments typical of a sophist.

Senses

sofisma is used for these senses in English:

• cavil A petty or trivial objection or criticism.

sophism — full definition

1. noun The ancient group of Sophists, along with their beliefs and way of teaching philosophy and public speaking.
2. noun An argument that looks sound but is actually wrong, usually meant to trick people.
3. noun A false argument used on purpose.
4. noun Clever-sounding but mistaken reasoning.

sophistry — full definition

1. noun The behaviour or arguments typical of a sophist.
2. noun Reasoning that sounds convincing but is actually wrong.
3. noun A single argument that seems believable but is false or misleading, often on purpose.

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