eristic

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English - English
One who makes specious arguments; one who is is disputatious
A type of dialogue or argument where the participants do not have any reasonable goal. The aim is to argue for the sake of conflict, and often to see who can yell the loudest
Of something or someone provoking strife, controversy or discord
{s} pertaining to controversy or argument
the art of logical disputation (especially if specious) given to disputation for its own sake and often employing specious arguments
Controversial
a person who disputes; who is good at or enjoys controversy
{i} art of logical disputation; person who likes to dispute; controversialist
given to disputation for its own sake and often employing specious arguments
the art of logical disputation (especially if specious)
eristic

    Hyphenation

    er·is·tic

    Pronunciation

    Etymology

    () From the ancient Greek word meaning wrangle or strife. See also Eris.
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