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 |
|---|---|
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |
| varnish | a liquid preparation that when applied to a surface dries to form a hard lustrous typically transparent coating |
| recipient | one that receives : receiver |
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| actuarial | of or relating to actuaries |
| stricture | an abnormal narrowing of a bodily passage |
| inculcate | to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions |
| misogamy | a hatred of marriage |
| gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |