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
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art
wontaccustomed
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
amissin a mistaken way : wrongly
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object
susceptiblecapable of submitting to an action, process, or operation
succorrelief
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
unrequitednot requited : not reciprocated or returned in kind
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming