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 |
|---|---|
| dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
| apiary | a place where bees are kept |
| assert | to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively |
| affiliation | the state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc. |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| atheistic | a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism |
| compliant | ready or disposed to comply : submissive |
| tawdry | cheap and gaudy in appearance or quality |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
| skinflint | a person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser |