sophism

noun

soph·​ism ˈsä-ˌfi-zəm How to pronounce sophism (audio)
1
: an argument apparently correct in form but actually invalid
especially : such an argument used to deceive
2

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sophism was in the 15th century

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“Sophism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sophism. Accessed 14 Dec. 2024.

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sophism

noun
soph·​ism ˈsäf-ˌiz-əm How to pronounce sophism (audio)
: a misleading argument that seems reasonable

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