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sophistic

/sɒfɪˈstɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does sophistic mean?

adjective

Having or showing a high degree of culture, refinement, and subtlety; complex and difficult to understand.

Example

"The professor's sophistic arguments were difficult to follow, but ultimately convincing."

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