Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sophistry

noun

/ˈsɒf.ɪ.stri/

Definition

A cleverly deceptive argument or reasoning.

Examples

His argument was filled with sophistry, making it difficult to determine the truth.
She recognized the sophistry in his statements and was not persuaded by his claims.

Meaning

Sophistry refers to the use of fallacious reasoning or arguments that may sound plausible but are actually misleading. It’s often employed in discussions to persuade others without concern for the truth.