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SOPHISTRY

subtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation

The meaning of the word sophistry is subtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation.

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dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts
apiarya place where bees are kept
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
atheistica person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism
compliantready or disposed to comply : submissive
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tardymoving slowly : sluggish
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