Italian to English Dictionary (Dizionario Italiano-Inglese)

Sophism

A fallacious argument, especially one devised deceptively to subtle ends or to prove something false.

Sophistry

The use of clever but false arguments, especially with the intention of deceiving.

Sororicide

The act of killing one's sister.

Sorosis

A multiple fruit formed from the coalescent ovaries of a cluster of flowers, such as the pineapple or breadfruit.

Sortition

The selection of political officials or members of a jury by lot.

Soteriology

The branch of theology that deals with the nature of salvation, particularly in Christian religious contexts.

Sothis

The ancient Greek and Egyptian name for the star Sirius, particularly in its astrological and mythological context.

Spaff

Foolish talk, nonsense, or trivial chatter.

Sparry

Resembling, consisting of, or having the character of spar; crystalline and capable of easy cleavage.

Speciose

Rich in species; having a large number of distinct species within a particular taxonomic group, genus, or ecological community.

Specular

Having the qualities of a mirror; reflecting light directly and coherently like a polished surface.

Spendthrift

A person who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible, or wasteful manner.