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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WordMeaning
potentialexisting in possibility : capable of development into actuality
polarizeto cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
disbandto break up the organization of : dissolve
demurereserved
nethersituated down or below : lower
betrothto promise to marry
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
foilto prevent from attaining an end : defeat
sojourna temporary stay