sophism

noun

soph·ism ˈsä-ˌfi-zəm

: an argument apparently correct in form but actually invalid

especially : such an argument used to deceive

: sophistry sense 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 22 Nov. 2024.

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sophism

noun

soph·ism ˈsäf-ˌiz-əm

: a misleading argument that seems reasonable

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