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sophism

noun

/ˈsɒfɪzəm/

Meaning

a clever but misleading argument; fallacious reasoning

The politician's speech was full of sophism designed to mislead voters.

fallacy, deception, trickery, misrepresentation

truth, honesty

political sophism, clever sophism, use of sophism

a public display of works of art, products, or other items of interest

a person who makes laws, especially a member of a legislative body

explosive powder used in guns and fireworks

The ability to understand something; understanding or grasp of knowledge.

special importance, value, or prominence given to something

An act of helping or doing work for someone.