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sophistical

/sɒfɪˈstɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does sophistical mean?

adjective

Given to or characterized by clever but often specious argumentation or reasoning; using fallacious reasoning to persuade.

Example

"The politician's sophistical arguments failed to convince the audience of the merits of the new policy."

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