GRE Word List
SOPHISTRY
subtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation
The meaning of the word sophistry is subtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obdurate | stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing |
| notable | worthy of note : remarkable |
| bloated | overfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc. |
| colossus | a statue of gigantic size and proportions |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| domicile | a dwelling place : place of residence : home |
| rampart | a protective barrier : bulwark |
| confiscate | appropriated by the government : forfeited |
| run-down | an item-by-item report or review : summary |
| wiggle | to move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle |