Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sophistries
noun
/ˈsɒf.ɪ.striz/
Definition
Sophistries are arguments that seem plausible on the surface but are actually misleading, deceptive, or fallacious.
Examples
- His argument was filled with sophistries that confused the audience.
- They resorted to sophistries to avoid the central issue of the debate.
Meaning
The term refers to the use of subtle, specious reasoning or arguments that are intended to deceive or mislead.
Synonyms
- Fallacies
- Deceptions
- Misinterpretations
- Trickery
